What is Lisinopril?

Lisinopril and the brand names Zestril and Prinivil are used to treat high blood pressure. High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure can reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Lisinopril is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors.

How does Lisinopril Work?

Lisinopril works by blocking a substance in the body that causes the blood vessels to tighten. As a result, lisinopril relaxes the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. Lisinopril controls high blood pressure and heart failure but does not cure them. Continue to take lisinopril even if you feel well. Do not stop taking lisinopril without talking to your doctor.

Directions

Always read the patient information and instructions carefully before using this medication.

• Lisinopril comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day.
• Take this medicine around the same time every day.
• Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking this medicine.
• Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor
• Lisinopril controls high blood pressure and heart failure but does not cure them. Continue to take lisinopril even if you feel well. Do not stop taking lisinopril without talking to your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of lisinopril, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Make sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• If you have any drug allergies.
• Which other prescription and non-prescription medications you currently take.
• If you have ever had kidney disease, liver disease or high levels of potassium in your blood.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction which included swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or blood filtering procedures such as LDL apheresis or dialysis.

Also be aware that:

• You cannot take lisinopril within 36 hours before or after taking medicine that contains sacubitril (such as Entresto).
• If you have diabetes, do not use lisinopril together with any medication that contains aliskiren (such as Tekturna or Tekamlo).
• Do not use lisinopril if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor right away. This medicine can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester. Use effective birth control while taking lisinopril.
• You should not breast feed while taking lisinopril.
• This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
• Be sure to drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration unless your doctor directs you otherwise.

Common side-effects may include but are not limited to:

• Dizziness, lightheadedness, tiredness or headaches as your body adjusts to the medication. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Dry coughing.

Contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side-effects:

• Fainting.
• Symptoms of a high potassium blood level such as muscle weakness, slow or irregular heartbeat.
• Signs of kidney problems such as a change in the amount of urine.
• Symptoms of liver damage such as nausea, vomiting that doesn't stop, loss of appetite, stomach or abdominal pain, yellowing eyes or skin or dark urine.
• Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling especially of the face, tongue or throat, severe dizziness or trouble breathing.

Q: What are the brand names for lisinopril?
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Q: What is the strength of Lisinopril?
A: Lisinopril comes in strengths of 5mg, 10mg and 20mg.