Do not use Quinapril if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Quinapril;
• you you are in the second or third trimester of pregnancy;
• you have a history of angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue) caused by treatment with an ACE inhibitor.

• Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• Quinapril has magnesium in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has magnesium in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
• Quinapril may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Quinapril . Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
• Check with your doctor before you use a salt substitute or a product that has potassium in it.
• Dehydration, excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea may lead to a fall in blood pressure. Contact your health care provider at once if any of these occur.
• Quinapril may not work as well in black patients. They may also be at greater risk of side effects. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse.
• Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Quinapril before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
• Lab tests, including electrolyte levels, may be performed while you use Quinapril . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Quinapril should be used with extreme caution in children; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
• Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Do not use Quinapril if you are pregnant. It has been shown to cause death to the fetus and newborn. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is not known if Quinapril is found in the breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Quinapril, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

• chest pain; coughing; diarrhea; difficulty breathing; dizziness; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; persistent, dry cough; tiredness; vomiting.

• severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficulty swallowing or breathing; fainting; hoarseness; infection (sore throat, fever); irregular or slow heartbeat; shortness of breath; unusual stomach pain; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Quinapril is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.