The medicine we use: Lisinopril. uses of Lisinopril Lisinopril belongs to a group of medications called ACE inhibitors. It's used to treat high blood pressure ( hypertension ) in adults and in children 6 years of age and older. It works by relaxing blood vessels, causing them to widen. High blood pressure reduction helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.
Lisinopril is also used after an acute heart attack to improve survival, and is used with other drugs ( e. g. , " water pills " /diuretics, digoxin ) to treat congestive heart failure. how to use of Lisinopril Take Lisinopril by mouth, usually once a day or as directed by your doctor. We may take Lisinopril with or without food. Use this medication regularly in order to get most benefit from it. To help we remember, use it at same time each day.
If we are taking Lisinopril in the liquid suspension form, shake bottle well before each use. Measure dose out carefully.
Don't take potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. This medicine can raise your potassium levels, which rarely can cause serious side effects such as muscle weakness or very slow heartbeats. Tell your doctor immediately if these effects occur.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. For the treatment of high blood pressure, it may take 2 to 4 weeks before full benefit of Lisinopril occurs. It may take several weeks or months to see full benefit when Lisinopril is used for congestive heart failure.
It is important to continue taking Lisinopril even if we feel well. Most people with high blood pressure don't feel sick. other used of Lisinopril This section contains uses of Lisinopril that aren't listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use Lisinopril for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
Lisinopril may also be used to help protect kidneys from damage due to diabetes. side effects of Lisinopril We may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, dry cough or blurred vision as your body adjusts to medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Lisinopril because he or she has judged that benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Lisinopril don't have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:
Lisinopril may rarely cause serious ( possibly fatal ) liver problems. If you notice any of following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention:
A very serious allergic reaction to Lisinopril is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. precautions of Lisinopril Before taking Lisinopril, tell your doctor or pharmacist if we are allergic to it; or to other ACE inhibitors ( e. g. , captopril, benazepril ) ; or if we have any other allergies ( including an allergic reaction after exposure to certain membranes used for blood filtering ) .
Lisinopril shouldn't be used if we have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have:
Before using Lisinopril, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
Lisinopril may make we dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness due to lowering of your blood pressure, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position. Serious loss of body water can also lower your blood pressure and worsen dizziness. Drink adequate fluids to prevent from becoming dehydrated. If you're on restricted fluid intake, consult your doctor for further instructions. Be careful not to become too overheated during exercise which can lead to excessive sweating. Consult your doctor if we experience severe vomiting or diarrhea.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that we are taking Lisinopril.
Caution is advised when using Lisinopril in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially dizziness effect.
Lisinopril isn't recommended for use during pregnancy due to risk for harm to an unborn baby. Consult your doctor for more details. ( See also Warning section. )
It's not known if Lisinopril passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding isn't recommended due to potential harm to nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. interactions of Lisinopril Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Don't start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Before using Lisinopril, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products we may use, especially of:
A very serious reaction may occur while use Lisinopril if you're getting injections for bee/wasp sting allergy ( desensitization ) and are also taking Lisinopril. Make sure all your doctors know which medicines we are using.
Check the labels on all your medicines ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products, diet aids ) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Lisinopril, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products we use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share list with your doctor and pharmacist.
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