Lisinopril 10mg

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor; Antihypertensive

“ALERT: Black box warning

Fetal toxicity:

When pregnancy is detected, discontinue lisinopril as soon as possible. Drugs that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury and death to the developing fetus.”

CSA NA – FDA Approved – REMS (N) – Can Ship 

Lisinopril, Prinivil/Zestril is a competitive inhibitor of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE); prevents conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor; results in lower levels of angiotensin II which causes an increase in plasma renin activity and a reduction in aldosterone secretion; a CNS mechanism may also be involved in hypotensive effect as angiotensin II increases adrenergic outflow from CNS; vasoactive kallikreins may be decreased in conversion to active hormones by ACE inhibitors, thus reducing blood pressure. 

Heart failure, hypertension, ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

Before starting Lisinopril, Prinivil/Zestril make sure your physician is aware of any allergies and medications you currently take.  Lisinopril, Prinivil/Zestril have rarely been associated with angioedema, cholestatic jaundice, hyperkalemia, hypotension/syncope and deteriorating renal function. 

Oral: 2.5mg to 10mg once daily.

How to Take: Can take with or without food. 

Hypotension, dizziness, increased serum creatinine, increased blood urea nitrogen.

Note this is not a complete list of side effects for Lisinopril, Prinivil, Zestril only common ones.

1. Why can’t I stop coughing?
   It is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors that is not harmful however it will likely not stop until the medication is changed so contact your physician for a similar alternative
2. What do I do if I show signs of high potassium levels (nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, tingling sensation, loss of movement)
   Seek immediate medical attention, it is a rare but potentially serious side effect of this medication.