Description
The combination of lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide (Hctz) is made to produce a potent drug called Lipril H- 5+12.5 mg. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and heart attack. Lisinopril is a potent drug used in the treatment of high blood pressure and heart attack. It belongs to the class of ACE inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme) and is one of the most popular drugs given in the treatment of heart failure and hypertension. Lisinopril belongs to the class of ACE inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). It stops the formation of Angiotensin II, which causes constriction of blood vessels and increases the blood pressure. It relaxes the constricted blood vessels and helps the heart in pumping the blood more easily. It reduces the post-heart attack damage by supplying sufficient oxygen supply. In the case of kidney problems, it improves the blood supply in the vessels found in the kidneys and reduces the chance of getting hypertension and diabetes post effects. Hctz, on the other hand, is a diuretic drug that removes excess water and salts from the blood in the form of urine. It reduces the volume of the blood and thus decreases the cardiac output.
Product Description
This medicine can pass into breast milk and may cause harm to fetal damage. Avoid drinking alcohol as it increases the side effects of Lisinopril. Avoid the intake of salt or potassium substitutes while taking this medicine. Always ask the doctor first before taking any potassium substitute. Excess of sweating, diarrhoea and vomiting can cause dehydration. So, compensate the fluid loss by drinking lots of fluid.
Always inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. Some drugs may interact with Lisinopril and can hinder their normal functioning. These may include Other antihypertensive medications. Lithium, aliskiren, oral antidiabetic medicines, NSAID’s, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib and indomethacin, diuretic drugs, spironolactone, potassium supplements, ginger, ginseng, liquorice and ephedra.
Side Effects
All medicines have their side effects, sometimes they are, but most of the times they are not. Some common side effects are hyperkalemia conditions, dry mouth, nausea, weakness, mild skin irritation, abdominal pain and discomfort, headache, and vomiting. Some severe side effects associated with this drug are fever, chills and body aches, rapid weight gain or swelling, pale or yellowing skin, pain in chest, jaundice, flu, etc.
How to Use
Always take the dose as prescribed by the physician. It is very important to consume medicine timely. A doctor observes various factors before prescribing a drug. The doctor is the one who will prescribe the best suitable dose for you.
You must swallow the whole tablet with one glass full of water. Do not crush or chew it. Lisinopril can be taken orally once a day. It can be taken with or without food. It is best to take it at the same time daily because it shows the best results and helps to remember the time to take the drug. Dose adjustments are made basis on the levels of blood pressure. Always take medicine as instructed by your doctor.
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