Lisinopril: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

What Drug Lisinopril?

What is Lisinopril for?

Lisinopril is a drug with a function to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). This drug is an ACE inhibitor (angiotensin converting enzyme).

ACE inhibitors work by inhibiting the production of angiotensin in the body. Angiotensin is a chemical compound that causes arterial blood vessels to tighten and tighten. By taking this medicine, the blood vessels become loose so that blood can flow more easily and smoothly.

Apart from lowering blood pressure, this hypertension drug is also useful for treating heart failure and chronic kidney failure. This drug also helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and protects the kidneys from complications of diabetes.

Your doctor may be able to prescribe this medication for things not mentioned in the following reviews. Please ask your doctor directly to find out more about this drug.

It is important to know, Lisinopril is a strong drug whose use must be closely monitored by a doctor. Make sure this drug is used as recommended by the doctor in order to avoid the risk of dangerous side effects.

How to use Lisinopril?

This medicine can be taken before or after meals. Ask your doctor when is the best time for you to take this drug.

If the doctor prescribes liquid medicine, shake the bottle first. Make sure you use a measuring spoon that is usually included in the medicine package. Do not use a regular household spoon as the dosage can be inappropriate. If a measuring spoon is not available, ask the pharmacist directly.

The dose of the drug is adjusted to the health condition and the patient's response to treatment. This is why the dosage for each person may be different.

Use the Lisinopril medicine regularly for the best benefits. In order not to miss a dose, use the medicine at the same time every day. It is better not to start or stop medication without first consulting a doctor.

Many people with high blood pressure don't feel any pain or excruciating symptoms. Therefore, keep taking this drug until the time limit determined by the doctor even though you feel well.

Tell your doctor right away if you continue to vomit, have diarrhea, or sweat more than usual. While taking this medication, you may also find it easier to become dehydrated.

Dehihdrasi causes blood pressure to be dangerously low. That is why, regularly checking your blood pressure when visiting the doctor is one of the things that you should not miss.

It may take 2 to 4 weeks for high blood pressure patients to experience optimal benefits from this drug. Meanwhile, for heart failure patients, they may need longer treatment.

No matter how long you use this drug, be sure to always tell your doctor about the progress of your condition. If your blood pressure continues to rise, don't hesitate to ask your doctor for other alternative medicines.

Most importantly, always follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, please consult until it is very clear.

How to store Lisinopril?

Lisinopril is a hypertension drug that should be stored at room temperature. Keep the medicine away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom.

Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.

Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Lisinopril dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage of Lisinopril for adults?

Each person will probably get a different dose of the drug. This is because the dosage is adjusted to the health condition and the patient's response to treatment.

• To treat hypertension, the recommended starting dose is 10 milligrams (mg) per day. The maintenance dose is 20 mg per day. If needed, the dose can also be increased to 80 mg per day.
• In the case of heart failure, a safe dose of Lisinopril is 2.5-5 mg per day. The dose can be increased up to 40 mg per day, with an increase in the dose of less than 10 in a 4-week interval of use.
• Meanwhile, to prevent kidney problems due to diabetes, the drug can be given at a dose of 10 mg once a day. The dose can be increased to 20 mg once daily, or until the patient's diastolic pressure is less than 90 mmHG.

Your doctor may change the dose of medication to make sure you are getting the right dose. Follow the prescription given by the doctor even if it changes several times.

Do not take more or less medication than prescribed. If your doctor asks you to stop taking it, stop taking it right away. Conversely, if your doctor hasn't asked you to continue taking your medication, follow the rules even though you may feel well or fine.

You should immediately tell your doctor or pharmacist if your condition does not improve or gets worse. Your doctor may give you other drugs that are more suitable and safer for your condition.

What is the dosage of Lisinopril for children?

Dosage for children is based on their age and body weight. Doctors also consider the child's health condition and response to medications.

Therefore, the dosage of medicine for each child can be different. To find out the exact dosage, please consult directly to a doctor.

In what dosage is Lisinopril available?

Lisinopril is available in tablet form with strengths of 5 mg and 10 mg.

Lisinopril side effects

What side effects can I experience due to Lisinopril?

Just like other drugs, this drug also has the potential to cause side effects. Some of the most common side effects of the drug Lisinopril are:

• Dry cough
• Dizzy
• Mild headaches
• Sleepy
• Nausea
• Gag
• Stomach ache
• Itchy skin

In rare cases, this drug can also damage the kidneys. For this reason, if you experience persistent nausea and vomiting, decreased appetite, stomach pain, dark urine, and yellow skin and eyes, consult a doctor immediately.

You also need to see a doctor if you experience serious side effects such as:

• Feel like passing out
• Symptoms such as colds such as body aches, sore throat, low-grade fever
• The body is weak and not strong
• Swelling of certain body parts
• Weight gain
• Hard to breathe
• Urinating less than usual or not at all
• Potassium levels in the blood are high, characterized by a slow heart rate, weak pulse, and muscle weakness

This medication can also cause a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylactic shock. When this happens, you will experience:

• Skin rash
• Itchy rash
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Consciousness was almost lost

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Lisinopril Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using Lisinopril?

Some things you need to know and do before taking Lisinopril are:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Lisinopril or any other ACE inhibitor medication. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the constituent ingredients
• Tell your doctor and pharmacist all medications, vitamins, supplements, and herbs you are taking.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes and you are taking aliskiren (Tunjukna, di Amturnide, Tekamlo, Tunjukna HCT).
• Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or kidney disease or liver disease.
• Tell your doctor if you have high levels of calcium in your blood.
• Tell your doctor if you are or plan to become pregnant in the near future and or are breastfeeding.

This medicine may cause lightheadedness when you get up too quickly from lying or sitting down. This usually happens when you first drink it.

To help avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly. Place your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.

This medicine can also cause drowsiness. Therefore, you should not drive or operate machinery until the effect of the drug is completely gone.

If while taking this medicine you experience diarrhea, vomiting, and sweating profusely, be careful. Because this condition can lower blood pressure to make you pass out.

Tell your doctor if you have this problem or experience it during your treatment

Is Lisinopril safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or nursing women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category D according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States, or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia.

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = May be risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

There is not yet sufficient information about the safety of using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk or causes harm to the baby while breastfeeding. Therefore, do not use this medication without your doctor's approval if you are breastfeeding.

Lisinopril Drug Interactions

What medicines may interact with Lisinopril?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document.

Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

Some of the drugs that may interact negatively when used together with Lisinopril are:

• Other blood pressure medications
• Medicines to treat arthritis
• Lithium
• Calcium supplement
• Insulin or diabetes drugs
• NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others
• Diuretics (water pills

There may be many other drugs that have not been mentioned above. That is why it is important to tell you all the medicines you are taking or will be regularly taking. This simple information can help your doctor choose other drugs that are safer and more suitable for your condition.

Can food or alcohol interact with Lisinopril?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions may interact with Lisinopril?

The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, in particular:

• Angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, arms or legs).
• Collagen vascular disease (autoimmune disease) along with kidney disease or scleroderma (autoimmune disease).
• Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
• Electrolyte imbalance (example: low sodium in the blood).
• Fluid imbalance (caused by dehydration, vomiting, or diarrhea).
• Heart or blood vessel disease (such as aortic stenosis).
• Liver disease.
• Kidney problems (including patients on dialysis). The effect can be increased because the release of the drug from the body is slower.

Lisinopril overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

Symptoms of an overdose include:

• Head like floating
• Fainting

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.