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Description
Lisinopril 5mg tablets (UK generic) contain lisinopril, used primarily to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Lowering high blood pressure to reduce risks of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems.
– Managing heart failure.
– Enhancing survival after heart attack.
Drug Class or Type:
– Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.
General Mechanism of Action:
– Lisinopril inhibits the enzyme that narrows blood vessels, causing blood vessels to relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure and decreases the heart’s workload.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablets, typically in strengths like 5mg.
Dosage Instructions:
– Usually taken once daily with or without food.
– Dose may be adjusted by the healthcare provider based on patient response.
– Follow prescribed directions closely.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Possible side effects include dizziness, persistent cough, headache, or fatigue.
– Serious side effects include swelling (angioedema), kidney impairment, and increased potassium levels.
– Contraindicated in patients with a history of angioedema associated with ACE inhibitors.
– May interact with potassium supplements, other antihypertensive drugs, or diuretics.
– Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes is recommended during treatment.
Use under medical supervision.
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