Capoten (captopril) prescription available online

The side effects associated with taking Capoten are typically mild. Common side effects of Capoten include:

• Cough

• Flushing (warmth, redness, or tingling feeling)

• Loss of taste

Other side effects, which are less common but might be more severe, could include:

• Lightheadedness

• Shortness of breath

• Chest pain or irregular heartbeat

Tell your doctor if you notice any of these side effects, or if you develop any other new or concerning symptoms. Capoten may be also used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure in children.

Capoten has 379 drug interactions. Don’t change what you are taking without checking with your doctor or pharmacist. That includes other medications or supplements, as well as over-the-counter drugs. 

Possible drug interactions with Capoten include:

• Cardizem (diltiazem)

• Lasix (furosemide)

• Lopressor (metoprolol)

• Paracetamol (acetaminophen)

• Plavix (clopidogrel)

Alcohol may further lower blood pressure and increase adverse reactions to Capoten. Ask your doctor for medical advice before drinking alcohol.

Avoid using salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking this medication unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid taking Capoten if you have certain medical conditions, such as:

• Liver disease

• Connective tissue disease

• If you've had an organ transplant

Do not take Capoten if you're pregnant. Capoten can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take this medication during the second and third trimesters.