Zestril

Prinivil Drug Information

• Zestril Overview

  Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

• Zestril Warnings

  Zestril can cause serious (possibly fatal) harm to an unborn baby if used during pregnancy. It is important to prevent pregnancy while taking Zestril. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control while taking Zestril. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.

• How to Use Zestril

  Take Zestril by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. If you are using the suspension form of Zestril, shake the bottle well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. The Dosage of Zestril is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For children, the Dosage of Zestril is also based on weight. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start Zestril at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Use Zestril regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Keep taking Zestril even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. For the treatment of high blood pressure, it may take 2 to 4 weeks before you get the full benefit of Zestril. For the treatment of heart failure, it may take weeks to months before you get the full benefit of Zestril. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse (for example, your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).

• Zestril Precautions

  Before taking lisinopril, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other ACE inhibitors (such as benazepril); or if you have any other allergies. Zestril may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Zestril, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,history of an allergic reaction which included swelling of the face/lips/tongue/throat (angioedema), blood filtering procedures (such as LDL apheresis, dialysis), high level of potassium in the blood. Zestril may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Too much sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting may cause loss of too much body water (dehydration) and increase your risk of lightheadedness. Report prolonged diarrhea or vomiting to your doctor. Be sure to drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Zestril may increase your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Zestril, especially dizziness and increases in potassium level. Zestril is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Consult your doctor for more details. () It is unknown if Zestril passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

• Zestril Misdose

  If you miss a dose of Zestril, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

• Zestril Interactions

  See also Precautions section. Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.aliskiren, certain drugs that weaken the immune system/increase the risk of infection (such as everolimus, sirolimus), lithium, drugs that may increase the level of potassium in the blood (such as ARBs including losartan/valsartan, birth control pills containing drospirenone), sacubitril. Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your heart failure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen). A very serious reaction may occur if you are getting injections for bee/wasp sting allergy (desensitization) and are also taking lisinopril. Make sure all your doctors know which medicines you are using.

• Zestril Side Effects

  What are Zestril side effects?

  Side effects are physical, mental or emotional symptoms which occur in addition to or outside of the desired effect of a therapeutic treatment such as an over-the-counter or prescribed drug or medication. Side effects from Zestril may occur at the beginning or at the end of treatment and may also depend on the length of time an individual remains on the treatment. Side effects, also known as adverse effects, are generally more likely to occur when starting treatment. Individuals may also experience side effects from Zestril as a result of an interaction with other medications.

  Side Effects of Zestril

  The side effects of Zestril may vary in number and intensity for many different reasons. Factors such as age, weight, gender and ethnicity may influence the side effects of Zestril. Also, an individual’s state of general physical health and seriousness of the disease or illness as well as an increase or decrease in dosage may lead to side effects. Further, side effects from Zestril may also occur as a result of an interaction with certain herbal supplements, foods or drinks.

  Prescription drug side effects can be serious and may cause patients to stop the treatment. However, when side effects from the use of a prescription drug, such as Zestril, do occur a patient should consult their physician. A physician may prescribe an additional treatment in order to control the symptoms or an adjustment in the dosage may be made. In addition, changes to diet, exercise or other lifestyle activities may help to lessen the side effects of Zestril.

  By understanding side effects and the factors which may influence the occurrence of side effects patients are empowered to take an active role in their care. Patients who have specific questions about the side effects of Zestril, or any other medication, should contact their physician. General information about Zestril and the side effects associated with Zestril are described in the following:

  Common Zestril Side Effects

  Severe

  Less Severe

  • dizziness
  • headache disorder
  • cough

  Less Frequent Zestril Side Effects

  Severe

  • hyperkalemia

  Less Severe

  • hypotension
  • constipation
  • erectile dysfunction
  • fatigue
  • general weakness
  • dysgeusia
  • skin rash
  • chest pain
  • diarrhea
  • syncope
  • xerostomia
  • flatulence

  Rare or Very Rare Zestril Side Effects

  Severe

  • leukocytosis
  • hemolytic anemia
  • thrombocytopenic disorder
  • eosinophilia
  • neutropenic disorder
  • laryngeal edema
  • acute hepatic failure
  • hepatitis
  • acute pancreatitis
  • acute renal failure
  • hyponatremia
  • urticaria
  • diabetes mellitus
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • anaphylaxis
  • angioedema
  • intestinal angioedema
  • head and neck angioedema
  • SIADH syndrome
  • leukopenia
  • abnormal hepatic function tests
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • bone marrow depression
  • obstructive hyperbilirubinemia
  • gout

  Less Severe

  • cutaneous pseudolymphoma
  • blurred vision
  • acute confusion
  • flushing
  • diplopia
  • skin photosensitivity
  • erythema
  • pruritus of skin
  • alopecia
  • arthralgias
  • vertigo
  • fever
  • paresthesia
  • nausea
  • mood changes
  • parosmia
  • photophobia
  • arthritis
  • ataxia
  • visual changes
  • tinnitus
  • psoriasis
  • hallucinations

• Zestril Storage

  Store the tablets and suspension at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Discard any unused suspension after 4 weeks. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard Zestril when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.