Lisinopril
Lisinopril 10mg - 180's
Lisinopril 10mg - 30's
Lisinopril 10mg - 90's
IMPORTANT WARNING: Do not take lisinopril
if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking
lisinopril, call your doctor immediately. Lisinopril may harm
the fetus.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Lisinopril is used alone or in combination with other
medications to treat high blood pressure. It is used in
combination with other medications to treat heart failure.
Lisinopril is also used to improve survival after a heart
attack. Lisinopril is in a class of medications called
angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by
decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so
blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more
efficiently.
How should this medicine be used?
Lisinopril comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually
taken once a day. To help you remember to take lisinopril, take
it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on
your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or
pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take
lisinopril exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it
or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of lisinopril
and gradually increase your dose.
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.
What special precautions should I
follow?
Before taking lisinopril,
• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to
lisinopril, enalapril (Vasotec), benazepril (Lotensin),
captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), moexipril
(Univasc), perindopril (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril
(Altace), trandolapril (Mavik), or any other medications.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements,
and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of
the following: aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
medications (NSAIDs) such as indomethacin (Indocin); diuretics
('water pills'); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); and potassium
supplements. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your
medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart or
kidney disease; diabetes; lupus; scleroderma; or angioedema, a
condition that causes difficulty swallowing or breathing and
painful swelling of the the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes,
hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs.
• tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or are
breast-feeding.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery,
tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking lisinopril.
• you should know that diarrhea, vomiting, not drinking
enough fluids, and sweating a lot can cause a drop in blood
pressure, which may cause lightheadedness and fainting.
What special dietary instructions should I
follow?
Talk to your doctor before using salt
substitutes containing potassium. If your doctor prescribes a
low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these directions
carefully.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and
continue your regular regular dosing schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication
cause?
Lisinopril may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of
these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
• cough
• dizziness
• headache
• excessive tiredness
• upset stomach
• diarrhea
• weakness
• sneezing
• runny nose
• decrease in sexual ability
• rash
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are
uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor
immediately:
• swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands,
feet, ankles, or lower legs
• hoarseness
• difficulty breathing or swallowing
• fever, sore throat, chills, and other signs of
infection
• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• lightheadedness
• fainting
• chest pain
Lisinopril may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if
you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
What storage conditions are needed for this
medication?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly
closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room
temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the
bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no
longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper
disposal of your medication.
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