is lisinopril an ace inhibitor FAQ

Yes, it's available in generic form.

Zestril, Prinivil, and Qbrelis are the brand names available for this drug.

Lisinopril should be stored in a dry place at 15 C to 30 C (59 F to 86 F).

Tablet: 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 mg

First doses of lisinopril can cause dizziness due to a drop in blood pressure. This drug also can cause:

Like all ACE inhibitors, lisinopril may cause a nonproductive cough that resolves when the drug is discontinued.

In general, lisinopril should not be taken with potassium supplements or diuretics that conserve potassium, for example, hydrochlorothiazide/triamterene (Dyazide), since blood potassium levels may rise to dangerous levels. There have been reports of increased lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid) levels when lithium is used in combination with ACE inhibitors. The reason for this interaction is not known. There have been reports that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Children's Advil/Motrin, Medipren, Motrin, Nuprin, PediaCare Fever, and many others), indomethacin (Indocin, Indocin-SR), and naproxen (Anaprox, Naprelan, Naprosyn, Aleve) may reduce the effects of ACE inhibitors. Nitritoid reactions (symptoms of facial flushing, nausea, vomiting, and hypotension) may occur when injectable gold sodium aurothiomalate used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, is combined with ACE inhibitors, including lisinopril.

Lisinopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used for treating high blood pressure, heart failure and for preventing kidney failure due to high blood pressure and diabetes. Other ACE inhibitors include:

Lisinopril begins working as soon as you take your first dose, but you may not notice the drug working in your body. This is because high blood pressure rarely causes symptoms. For treating high blood pressure, many people in clinical trials had their blood pressure lowered within 1 hour of taking their first dose. Clinical guidelines recommend ACE inhibitors such as lisinopril for reducing the risk of dying within 24 hours after a heart attack. If you have other questions about how long it takes lisinopril to work, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

It depends. In most cases, the tablets may be crushed, split, or chewed. And if your doctor approves, the tablets can be dissolved in water and then swallowed, if you have trouble swallowing tablets. However, there are several manufacturers of lisinopril oral tablets. To make sure the lisinopril tablets you’re prescribed can be crushed, split, or chewed, talk with your pharmacist or doctor first. If your tablets can’t be crushed, split, or chewed, your doctor or pharmacist can recommend other treatments that may be easier for you to take. This may include other forms of lisinopril. Do not use more Lisinopril oral tablet than your doctor recommends. For some drugs, doing so may lead to unwanted side effects or overdose, such as hypotension (low blood pressure).

To help make sure you do not miss a dose, try using a medication reminder. This can include setting an alarm or timer on your phone or downloading a reminder app. A kitchen timer can work, too.

Lisinopril begins working to lower your blood pressure after you take your first dose, but you may not notice the drug working in your body. This is because high blood pressure rarely causes symptoms. In clinical trials, some people had lower blood pressure within 24 hours after taking their first dose. But it may take longer for lisinopril to work for you. If you have questions about what to expect with your lisinopril treatment, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

No, lisinopril should not lower your heart rate. This effect wasn’t seen in clinical trials. Depending on the condition you’re using lisinopril to treat, other medications you take with lisinopril may lower your heart rate. For example, people with heart failure are usually also prescribed a beta-blocker, which are medications that lower your heart rate. If you have questions or concerns about how your treatment may affect your heart rate, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Lisinopril is classified as an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. For more information on ACE inhibitors and how lisinopril works, see the “How lisinopril works” section below. Depending on the condition it’s being used to treat, lisinopril may be used with other drugs, including beta-blockers, blood thinners, or diuretics. For more information, see the “Lisinopril use with other drugs” section below. You can also talk with your doctor or pharmacist to learn more.

No, lisinopril isn’t known to cause weight loss or weight gain. People taking the drug in clinical trials didn’t report weight changes as a side effect. Unexplained weight loss can be a symptom of liver damage, a very rare but potentially serious side effect of lisinopril. In most cases, weight loss occurs with other symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms can include:

Lisinopril stays in your system for about 48 to 60 hours. Lisinopril’s half-life is about 12 hours. (A drug’s half-life is the amount of time it takes for your body to remove half a dose from your system.) The half-life may be longer in people with kidney problems. Normally a drug is cleared from your system in four to five half-lives. You may wonder how lisinopril compares with similar medications, such as losartan. The table below shows an overview of how these generic drugs compare:

It’s possible. However, long-term side effects caused by lisinopril are infrequent. Most of lisinopril’s side effects go away quickly with ongoing treatment or after you stop taking the medication. Some serious side effects of lisinopril may need treatment to go away. Liver damage caused by lisinopril might lead to long-term problems, though this is rare. Kidney damage can occur with lisinopril. However, this damage is usually reversible if treatment with the drug is stopped. If you take lisinopril long term, your doctor will likely order blood tests to monitor for certain side effects, such as kidney damage. Talk with your doctor if you’re concerned about long-term side effects from taking lisinopril. There are no known interactions between lisinopril oral tablets and alcohol. However, excessive alcohol intake can make hypertension (high blood pressure) harder to treat. This is because drinking an excessive amount of alcohol may raise your blood pressure. The

It’s not known. More studies are needed to determine whether ACE inhibitors such as lisinopril increase the risk of cancer. The evidence linking ACE inhibitors to cancer is conflicting. Smaller studies have shown both an If you have concerns about your risk of cancer with lisinopril or any of your other medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Lisinopril oral tablet is meant to be used as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that lisinopril oral tablet is safe and effective for you, you’ll likely take it long term. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about lisinopril oral tablet.

No, lisinopril doesn’t interact with grapefruit. Depending on the condition you’re using lisinopril to treat, other drugs you take with lisinopril may interact with grapefruit. For example, after a heart attack, most people are also prescribed a statin, which is a medication that lowers your cholesterol. Some statins interact with grapefruit. Your doctor or pharmacist can check for any interactions between the statin you’re prescribed and grapefruit. If you have other questions about whether grapefruit interacts with any medications you take, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.