Lisinopril
Lisinopril 10MG
What is Lisinopril?
Lisinopril is an oral medication classified as an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, primarily used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, thereby reducing blood pressure and increasing the heart's efficiency. As a result, it helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Persistent cough
Warnings
- May cause fetal harm if used during pregnancy
- Risk of angioedema, especially in patients with a history of angioedema
- Use caution in patients with renal impairment
- Hyperkalemia risk increases with supplements or salt substitutes
- May interact with other blood pressure medications
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- Dizziness
- Headache
- Persistent cough
- Low blood pressure
- Fainting
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Increased potassium levels
- May cause fetal harm if used during pregnancy
- Risk of angioedema, especially in patients with a history of angioedema
- Use caution in patients with renal impairment
- Hyperkalemia risk increases with supplements or salt substitutes
- May interact with other blood pressure medications
- Regular monitoring of kidney function is recommended
- May affect blood sugar levels, use with caution in diabetic patients
- Compressed air or anesthetics may cause hypotension during surgery
- Discontinue immediately if signs of liver failure occur
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Lisinopril 10MG
What is Lisinopril ?
Lisinopril is an oral medication classified as an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, primarily used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, thereby reducing blood pressure and increasing the heart's efficiency. As a result, it helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
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