Lisinopril is a medication belonging to the drug class of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), heart failure
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You should consult your health care professional before taking any drug, changing your diet, or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment
Nonmedicinal ingredients: ferric oxide, orange shade, lactose, and zinc stearate
When taken as prescribed, lisinopril can start lowering blood pressure within an hour, decreasing the systolic (upper) pressure by as much as 26
5 mg/pound) orally in 2 divided doses Less than 2 years: 1 to 2 mg/kg/day (0
High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries
Since high blood pressure is symptomless it is difficult to tell without measuring your blood pressure if they are working for you
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects
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Lisinopril USP is a white to off-white, crystalline powder, with a molecular weight of 441
Dose Titration Guided by Clinical Effect: A patient whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with either lisinopril or hydrochlorothiazide monotherapy may be switched to lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablet 10 mg/12
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention
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5, 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 mg), taken orally, usually once a day, with a starting daily dose of 10 mg for adults
Lisinopril works by blocking the production of a hormone called angiotensin II
Lisinopril tablets, USP are supplied as 2
Swallow lisinopril tablets whole with a drink of water