Benazepril

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 10, 2023

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Lotensin

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACE inhibitor)

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

High blood pressure

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Benazepril (Lotensin) Drug Class

Benazepril (ben-ah-zuh-pril) belongs to a group of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.

Benazepril (Lotensin) Age Range

Benazepril is approved for use in adults and children. However, the safety and efficacy of this drug have not been established in children under 6 years of age or children with reduced kidney function (glomerular filtration rate less than 30 mL/minute/1.73 m2).