Accupril has an FDA Boxed Warning that it can cause harm or death to a developing fetus. Accupril should be discontinued right away when pregnancy is detected. Before you start taking Accupril, it is important that you tell your doctor about:, All the prescription and nonprescription medications you take, Your allergies, Your past medical history and current health problems, If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Accupril can cause anaphylactoid and related reactions. These reactions can also occur during desensitization with hymenoptera venom and during high-flux membrane exposure associated with dialysis., Accupril can cause angioedema of the face, arms, legs, lips, tongue, glottis, and larynx. If any of these effects occur, seek emergency care right away., Intestinal angioedema can occur with the use of Accupril, which can cause stomach pain with or without nausea or vomiting., Although rare, Accupril can cause liver failure., Accupril can cause low blood pressure., Accupril can cause abnormal white blood cell counts, especially in patients who experienced these abnormal counts with previous treatment with captopril, another ACE inhibitor. Patients with kidney problems, collagen vascular disease, or lupus may be at greater risk., Accupril can impair kidney function., Accupril can cause high potassium levels in the blood., Accupril can cause a dry cough., Caution should be used if you are undergoing surgery or anesthesia. All the prescription and nonprescription medications you take, Your allergies, Your past medical history and current health problems, If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
