What is lisinopril hydrochlorothiazide prescribed for?
The combination of lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat high blood pressure. Lisinopril is in a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly.
What time of day should you take lisinopril hydrochlorothiazide?
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning. If this medication causes you to urinate more frequently, it is best to take it at least 4 hours before your bedtime to prevent having to get up to urinate.
Has lisinopril hydrochlorothiazide been recalled?
The recall affects lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, 20 mg/12.5 mg, in 500-count bottles (NDC 68180-519-02) from lot H801815 (Exp. 3/21). The bottles were distributed throughout the United States. Lupin Pharmaceuticals voluntarily initiated the recall July 19, 2019.
Is 10mg of lisinopril a lot?
Depending on why you’re taking lisinopril, the usual starting dose is between 2.5mg and 10mg once a day. This will be increased gradually over a few weeks to a usual dose of: 20mg once a day for high blood pressure (the maximum dose is 80mg once a day) 10mg once a day after a recent heart attack.
Can lisinopril damage your lungs?
ACE inhibitors work by preventing bradykinin from breaking down in the body. In the study, researchers explained that taking ACE inhibitors causes bradykinin to accumulate in the lungs, which they wrote “has been reported to stimulate growth of lung cancer.”
How bad is lisinopril for you?
Lisinopril may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver problems. Get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage, such as: nausea/vomiting that doesn’t stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
Is lisinopril a good blood pressure pill?
Like other ACE inhibitors, lisinopril relaxes and widens the blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This can improve the symptoms of heart failure. In diabetic kidney disease, it helps to protect your kidneys and slows down the disease.