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Fortekor contains an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used in dogs and cats. Veterinarians may prescribe it to help manage heart failure in dogs and chronic kidney disease in cats. Its active ingredient, Benazepril, works by relaxing blood vessels and reducing the workload on the heart, which may help improve blood flow and lower blood pressure. It comes as flavored tablets, so it's easier to give to your dog or cat.
| Fact Table | |
| Formula | C24H28N2O5 |
| License | US FDA (Veterinary), EMA (Veterinary) |
| Bioavailability | ~37% (oral in dogs) |
| Legal status | Veterinary prescription only (Rx-only) |
| Chemical Name | (S)-1-[(Ethoxycarbonyl)phenylmethyl]amino]-2-oxo-3,4-dihydro-1H-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid monohydrochloride |
| Elimination half-life | ~3.5 hours (benazepril); active metabolite (benazeprilat): up to 17 hours in dogs |
| Dosage (Strength) | Tablets: 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg (species-dependent) |
| Pregnancy | Not for use in pregnant or lactating animals |
| Brands | Fortekor, Fortekor Flavour, Benazecare, VetACE |
| Protein binding | ~95% (benazepril), ~94% (benazeprilat) |
| PubChem CID | 5362125 |
| MedlinePlus | Not applicable (veterinary use) |
| ChEBI | 3022 |
| ATC code | QC09AA07 (veterinary) |
| DrugBank | DB00542 |
| KEGG | D02395 |
| Routes of administration | Oral (tablet, flavoured tablet for veterinary use) |
Fortekor 2.5 mg tablets are given by mouth once a day, with or without food. For dogs, the usual dosage is half a tablet daily for those weighing 2.5 to 5 kg, and one tablet daily for those over 5 to 10 kg; your vet may recommend doubling the dose if needed. For cats, give one tablet daily for cats weighing 2.5 to 5 kg, and two tablets daily for those over 5 to 10 kg. Always follow your veterinarian’s instructions, and let them know if your pet vomits, loses their appetite, or seems unusually tired, as the dose may need to be changed. Treatment can continue as long as recommended by your veterinarian.
Fortekor contains the active ingredient Benazepril.
Avoid giving this medication in dogs and cats in which the following apply:
Some dogs treated with Fortekor for congestive heart failure may experience vomiting or fatigue, especially during the course of treatment. In both dogs and cats with chronic kidney disease, mild increases in blood creatinine levels may occur but are often not a cause for stopping treatment unless accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
In cats, Fortekor may lead to increased appetite and weight gain. Rare side effects in cats include vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, dehydration, and lethargy. If any unusual signs develop or the medication seems ineffective, pet owners should contact their veterinarian.
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