Lisinopril

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Lisinopril Basics

What is Lisinopril Used For?

It is used to treat high blood pressure.
It is used to help heart function after a heart attack.
It is used to treat heart failure (weak heart).
It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

Pronunciation

(lyse IN oh pril)

Common Brands

Prinivil, Zestril

Drug Class

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor

Pharmacist tips for Lisinopril

Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or without food. Take this drug at the same time of day. Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor. A liquid (suspension) can be made if you cannot swallow pills. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Liquid (suspension): If a liquid (suspension) is made, shake well before use. Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with this drug. If there is none, ask the pharmacist for a device to measure this drug.
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
Store at room temperature. Keep lid tightly closed. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. If a liquid (suspension) is made from the tablets, throw away any part not used after 28 days. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

What are the side effects of Lisinopril?

With any medication, there are risks and benefits. Even if the medication is working, you may experience some unwanted side effects.

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain.Signs of a high potassium level like a heartbeat that does not feel normal; change in thinking clearly and with logic; feeling weak, lightheaded, or dizzy; feel like passing out; numbness or tingling; or shortness of breath.Very bad dizziness or passing out.Cough that does not go away.Very bad belly pain.Very upset stomach or throwing up.Chest pain or pressure.Liver problems have happened with drugs like this one. Sometimes, this has been deadly. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
Dizziness.
Headache.
Cough.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

What are the risks and warnings for Lisinopril?

For all patients taking this drug:
If you have an allergy to lisinopril or any other part of this drug.
If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
If you have ever had a very bad or life-threatening reaction called angioedema. Signs may be swelling of the hands, face, lips, eyes, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; unusual hoarseness.
If you have kidney problems.
If you are taking a drug that has aliskiren in it and you also have diabetes or kidney problems.
If you have taken a drug that has sacubitril in it in the last 36 hours.
If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take this drug.
Children:
If your child is younger than 6 years of age. Do not give this drug to a child younger than 6 years of age.
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this drug.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

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