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lisinopril

Lisinopril is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI) used to treat hypertension, heart failure, and myocardial infarction. Lisinopril and captopril are the only ACEIs that are not prodrugs. It functions by inhibition of angiotensin converting enzyme as well as the renin angiotensin aldosterone system. ACEIs are commonly used as a first line therapy in the treatment of high blood pressure, along with thiazide diuretics or beta blockers

  • Hypertension
  • Heart failure
  • Prevention of heart attack
  • Prevention of stroke.

Contradications

Aortic stenosis, Outflow obstruction, Renal dysfunction.

Do not use this medicine if you’re allergic to any of its constituents or if you have a history of angioedema.

Side effects

  • Patients using this medicine might experience:
  1. Dizziness
  2. Lightheadedness
  3. Headache
  4. Tiredness
  5. Dry cough
  6. Low blood pressure
  7. Chest pain
  8. Nausea
  9. Diarrhea
  10. Runny nose.

Expert Advice

  • Follow the diet instructed by your doctor
  • Drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • Do not share this medicine with anyone.
  • Do not use more than the recommended amount.
  • Do not skip or alter the dose.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects.

FAQs

Will this drug cause dizziness or headaches?

Headaches and dizziness are common and possible side effects of this medicine. To prevent dizziness, try to avoid getting up abruptly when you are lying down, or any other sudden movements. Avoid activities that require alertness such as driving etc.

Can I stop taking this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

This medicine should not be stopped unless your doctor recommends it, and it should not be stopped abruptly. Kindly follow the instructions of your physician regarding how and when to stop taking this drug.

Will this medicine cause dizziness or headaches?

Headaches and dizziness are common and possible side effects of this medicine. To prevent dizziness, try to avoid getting up abruptly when you are lying down, or any other sudden movements. Avoid activities that require alertness such as driving etc.

Can I stop taking this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

This medicine should not be stopped unless your doctor recommends it, and it should not be stopped abruptly. Kindly follow the instructions of your physician regarding how and when to stop taking this drug.

Can I take this medicine with medication for lowering my cholesterol?

If you are taking a cholesterol lowering drug, try to take it at least 4 hours before you take this drug. This is to avoid

Medicines containing lisinopril

Zestril 5mg

By ICI Pakistan Limited

Pack size: 1x14's

Rs.201.87

Zestril 10mg

By ICI Pakistan Limited

Pack size: 1x14's

Rs.388.36

Zestril 20mg

By ICI Pakistan Limited

Pack size: 1x14's

Rs.747.88

Bepril 10mg

By U nison

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.82

BPMED 10mg

By Medicraft

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.120

BPMED 20mg

By Medicraft

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.240

BPMED 5mg

By Medicraft

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.60

Convpril 10mg

By Convell

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.0

Corace 10mg

By Bosch

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.100

Corace 20mg

By Bosch

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.146

Corace 5mg

By Bosch

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.77.5

Gustorole 10mg

By Pulse

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.82

Gustorole 20mg

By Pulse

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.110

Gustorole 5mg

By Pulse

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.46

Lace 10mg

By Brookes

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.75

Lace 5mg

By Brookes

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.37.5

Lame 10mg

By Atco

Pack size: 2x15 's

Rs.221.9

Lame 5mg

By Atco

Pack size: 2x15 's

Rs.105

Liface 10mg

By Hygeia

Pack size: 3x10 's

Rs.66.67

Liface 5mg

By Hygeia

Pack size: 3x10 's

Rs.36.67

Lisinolib 10mg

By Liberty

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.40

Lisna 20mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.188.17

Lisna 5mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.40.44

Lisopril 10mg

By Valor

Pack size: 1x10's

Rs.400

Lisopril 5mg

By Valor

Pack size: 1x30's

Rs.154.44

Lispril 10mg

By Werick

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.170

Lispril 20mg

By Werick

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.350

Lispril 5mg

By Werick

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.85

Lotide 10mg

By Pharmatec

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.125

Lotide 5mg

By Pharmatec

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.65

Novatec 10mg

By OBS

Pack size: 3x10's

Rs.189.52

Renopril 10mg

By Harmann

Pack size: 2x20 's

Rs.75

Renopril 5mg

By Harmann

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.40

Sinopril 10mg

By Obasons

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.89.23

Sinopril 5mg

By Obasons

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.45.19

Trupril 10mg

By Scilife

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.184.25

Trupril 5mg

By Scilife

Pack size: 1x14 's

Rs.111

Veskor 10mg

By Raazee

Pack size: 1x30 's

Rs.190

Veskor 5mg

By Raazee

Pack size: 1x30 's

Rs.99

Novatec 5mg

By OBS

Pack size: 30's

Rs.97