Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril)
What You Should Know

Brand Name: Prinivil, Zestril

What is Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril)?

The Information about Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) contained herein is a compilation of materials available from drugs.com and simplified for the average consumer.

Lisinopril also known by the brand names Prinivil or Zestril, is an Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor or (ACE) inhibitor.

ACE inhibitors prevent an enzyme in your body from producing angiotensin II, a substance in your body that affects your cardiovascular system by narrowing your blood vessels and releasing hormones that can raise your blood pressure.

This narrowing can cause high blood pressure and force your heart to work harder. ACE inhibitors help relax these blood vessels.

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How to use Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril)

Take Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) as prescribed on your medication bottle. Do not take more or less or for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Take with a full glass of water with or without food.
You may need regular blood pressure, kidney and liver tests at your doctors office.
You may need to briefly stop using Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) before having surgery, so discuss with your surgeon.
It should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
If you miss a dose of Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril).

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril).

What to know before using Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril):

Discuss with your doctor if you are taking any of the below medications:

any blood pressure medications
gold injections
lithium
potassium supplements
salt substitutes that contain potassium
oral insulin or diabetes medications
NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as; ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others; or

If any of the following conditions apply to you, discuss with your doctor before taking Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril):

kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis)
allergy to Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) or any other Ace Inhibitor
liver disease
connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome, Sjogren’s syndrome, lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis
diabetes
pregnant
breast feeding
Diabetics and those with kidney disease should not use Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) together with any medication that contains aliskiren (Amturnide, Tekturna, Tekamlo, Valturna).

Side effects of Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril):

Stop using Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

blurred vision
cloudy urine
confusion
decrease in urine output or decrease in urine-concentrating ability
dizziness, faintness, or light headed when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
sweating
unusual tiredness or weakness
Abdominal or stomach pain
body aches or pain
chest pain
chills
common cold
cough
diarrhea
difficulty breathing
ear congestion
fever

headache
loss of voice
nasal congestion
nausea
runny nose
sneezing
sore throat
vomiting
Arm, back, or jaw pain
chest discomfort, tightness, or heaviness
fast or irregular heartbeat
general feeling of discomfort or illness
joint pain
loss of appetite
muscle aches and pains
shivering
trouble sleeping

Less serious side effects may include:

decreased interest in sexual intercourse
inability to have or keep an erection
lack or loss of strength
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
rash
Acid or sour stomach
belching
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, “pins and needles”, or tingling feelings
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
heartburn
indigestion
muscle cramps
sensation of spinning
stomach discomfort or upset
swelling

The information about Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) comes from drugs.com

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