{"product_id":"pcp-012bno1-5mg-tab","title":"Benazepril Tablets, 5mg","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrescription ACE Inhibitor Tablets for Cats and Small Dogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenazepril HCl 5mg Tablets are a prescription medication that sits at the centre of many treatment plans for kidney disease, high blood pressure, and heart failure in cats, small dogs, and ferrets. It works on the blood vessel walls to ease the load on the heart and offer the kidneys some protection over time. The 5mg tablet is the smaller of the two available strengths and is the most commonly prescribed for cats and small dogs. It is particularly valued in cats with chronic kidney disease, where it has shown a meaningful ability to reduce protein loss in the urine and slow disease progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Feline CKD Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5mg tablet is the most commonly prescribed ACE inhibitor strength for cats with chronic kidney disease requiring once-daily proteinuria reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProteinuria Reduction in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces protein loss in the urine by lowering pressure within the kidney's filtering units, helping slow the decline of kidney function in cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlood Pressure Lowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brings systemic hypertension down in cats and small dogs by relaxing peripheral blood vessels through ACE enzyme blockade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCongestive Heart Failure Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eases pressure in the blood vessels to reduce the strain on the heart in small dogs and cats with heart failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnce-Daily Administration Convenience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most cats and small dogs need only one tablet each day, keeping long-term treatment as straightforward as possible for pet owners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenazepril Hydrochloride 5mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenazepril HCl 5mg Tablets are a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucking it inside a soft pill pocket or wrapping it in a pill wrap treat is one of the easiest ways to make the whole process stress-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/cat-pill-pockets\" title=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Cats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever Stop Abruptly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting this medication off without a proper step-down plan can bring on a dangerous spike in blood pressure, so any changes must be made with your vet's guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid With Potassium-Sparing Diuretics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairing benazepril with spironolactone or potassium supplements without monitoring can push potassium levels to a dangerous degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Kidney Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kidney function needs close monitoring at the start of treatment, as creatinine levels can rise temporarily when benazepril is first introduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Liver Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benazepril relies on the liver to convert it into its working form, so significant hepatic disease may reduce how effectively it performs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Pregnancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ACE inhibitors are known to cause serious harm to developing fetuses and must not be given to pregnant animals under any circumstances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Allergy Contraindication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not give to any pet with a confirmed sensitivity to benazepril or other ACE inhibitor medications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck for Drug Interactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let your vet know if your pet is currently taking NSAIDs, diuretics, other blood pressure medications, or potassium supplements before starting benazepril.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypotension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some pets feel weak or unsteady when treatment begins or when the dose is adjusted upward during management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated Potassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potassium can build up in the bloodstream during treatment, posing a higher concern in cats with kidney disease or those on certain diuretics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVomiting and Digestive Upset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stomach upset may show up early in treatment and tends to ease once the tablet is given consistently with a meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated Kidney Values:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blood urea nitrogen and creatinine readings may nudge upward after starting benazepril, making routine bloodwork an important part of ongoing management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swelling around the face, laboured breathing, or sudden collapse warrant emergency veterinary care without any delay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tablets in a tightly closed container away from heat and humidity, keeping conditions stable and consistent between doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect from Moisture and Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark, dry storage location away from direct sunlight is the best way to keep these tablets at their full strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Out of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always store this medication somewhere secure and out of reach of children and untreated pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: Why is benazepril 5mg commonly prescribed for cats with kidney disease?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5mg tablet is a practical fit for most cats with chronic kidney disease because it can be given whole or split depending on what the vet determines is the right amount for that particular cat. Getting kidney disease under control early with the right dose makes a real difference to how the condition progresses. Your vet will work out the correct amount based on your cat's weight, kidney values, and blood pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How does benazepril help cats with chronic kidney disease specifically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e In cats with kidney disease, pressure inside the tiny filtering units of the kidneys tends to rise, which drives protein into the urine and accelerates the damage. Benazepril helps ease that internal pressure, reducing protein loss and giving the remaining healthy kidney tissue a better chance of holding on longer. Regular monitoring of kidney values and urine protein helps track how well it is working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can benazepril 5mg be given to ferrets with heart disease?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benazepril is used off-label in ferrets for conditions like dilated cardiomyopathy and hypertension, but ferrets handle medications differently from cats and dogs, so this really needs to be managed by a vet with solid exotic animal experience. Always give your vet a full picture of your ferret's health history and anything else they are currently taking before starting treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What conditions in cats most commonly require benazepril 5mg?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with chronic kidney disease are the most frequent candidates for benazepril, particularly when protein is showing up in the urine. High blood pressure and congestive heart failure are two other conditions where it is regularly prescribed in cats. Your vet will confirm whether benazepril is the right fit based on your cat's bloodwork, blood pressure readings, and overall health status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: What dietary considerations are important for pets on benazepril?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeping potassium intake in check matters for pets on benazepril, since the medication already affects how the body handles potassium and adding more through food or supplements can push levels too high. A lower-sodium diet is often part of the picture for pets with heart failure as well. Your vet will point you toward the most appropriate dietary approach for your pet's specific condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":41779224150177,"sku":"216796-1","price":2.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 tablets","offer_id":44280428658849,"sku":"216796-30","price":32.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets","offer_id":44280428691617,"sku":"216796-60","price":60.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 tablets","offer_id":41779224117409,"sku":"216796","price":93.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/benazepril-tablets-5mg-pet-medicine-355.png?v=1777747215","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-hk\/products\/pcp-012bno1-5mg-tab","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}