What is Lisinopril?
Lisinopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and heart attacks. It is typically used as a first-line treatment for high blood pressure and also to prevent kidney problems in people with type 2 diabetes.
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Get A Second OpinionLisinopril Uses
Lisinopril helps lower high blood pressure, aiding in the prevention of strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It's also used to treat heart failure and increase survival after a heart attack. As an ACE inhibitor, lisinopril works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more freely.
Lisinopril Side Effects
- Blurred vision
- Cloudy urine
- Confusion
- Decreased urine output
- Dizziness
- Faintness
- Sweating
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Chest pain
- Chills
- Common cold
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty breathing
- Ear congestion
- Fever
- Headache
- Loss of voice
- Nausea
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
- Vomiting
Precautions
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to lisinopril or any other ACE inhibitors (e.g., benazepril) or if you have any other allergies. Inactive ingredients in this product may cause allergic reactions.
- Before using this medication, inform your doctor of your medical history, especially of any allergic reactions involving swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (angioedema), blood filtering procedures (such as LDL apheresis, dialysis), and high potassium levels.
- This medication may cause dizziness. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or any activity requiring alertness until you are sure you can perform these activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Consult your doctor if you use marijuana.
- Excessive sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting may lead to dehydration and increase your risk of dizziness. Drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- This product may increase potassium levels. Consult your doctor before using potassium supplements.
- Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects, particularly dizziness and increased potassium levels.
- Do not use this medication during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn child.
- It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Some products that may interact with this drug include aliskiren, certain immune system drugs (e.g., everolimus, sirolimus), lithium, drugs that may increase potassium levels (e.g., ARBs like losartan, valsartan, birth control pills containing drospirenone), and sacubitril.
- If you are receiving desensitization injections for bee/wasp sting allergies while taking lisinopril, you may experience a severe reaction. Ensure all your doctors are aware of your medications.
Overdose
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, seek medical attention immediately. Never take more than prescribed by your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
- Store tablets and suspension in a dark, dry place away from light and moisture. Avoid storing in the bathroom.
- Discard any unused suspension after 4 weeks.
- Keep all medications out of reach of children and pets.
- Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them down a drain. Properly dispose of expired or unused medications. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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Book an AppointmentLisinopril vs Enalapril
| Lisinopril | Enalapril |
|---|---|
| Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and heart attacks. | Enalapril is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, diabetic kidney problems, and heart failure. |
| Typically used as a first-line treatment for high blood pressure. | Enalapril oral tablet treats hypertension, heart failure, and asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction. |
| Used to treat heart failure and people who have had a heart attack. | Can treat heart failure but not heart attacks. |
