The drug Capoten
® (
captopril) is approved for the treatment of different conditions affecting the heart, blood vessels, and kidneys. These uses include:
This product comes in tablet form and is usually taken two or three times a day. Capoten should be taken on an empty stomach at least one hour before a meal or two hours after a meal. This will help ensure the drug's effectiveness.
Prior to beginning treatment with Capoten, information on the medication's safety warnings should be reviewed. For example, if you have
diabetes, lupus, or
scleroderma, you may need to take certain precautions during treatment or use a different medicine altogether.
(Click Capoten to learn more, including how this medication works, possible side effects, and other important information for your healthcare provider.)
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