Mavik Precautions and Warnings

There are many Mavik precautions and warnings to be aware of. For example, Mavik can cause side effects such as extremely low blood pressure, swelling in the intestines, allergic reactions, or swelling of the head and neck in some people taking the drug. Among the people who should not use Mavik at all are those who are allergic to Mavik or the inactive ingredients used to make it, as well as those with a history of angioedema related to previous ACE inhibitor treatment or hereditary or idiopathic angioedema. Also, Mavik has health risks to fetuses if taken during pregnancy. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about any precautions and warnings for Mavik that may apply to you.

Mavik: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking
 Mavik® (trandolapril) if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
  • Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding
  • Are on dialysis
  • Will be undergoing surgery or anesthesia.
     
Tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
Mavik Precautions and Warnings Article Continues on Next Page >
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
 
Other Articles in This eMedTV Presentation
Referring Pages Articles