Generic Name - Lisinopril-hctz
Category - Atihypertensive drug.
Indications
High blood pressure, Hypertension
Generic Lisinopril is indicated to control high blood pressure (hypertension) by relaxing blood vessels. Lisonopril Hydrochlorothiazide is an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering agent) known as an ACE inhibitor. High blood pressure levels can damage your kidneys, and may lead to a stroke or heart failure.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Lisinopril is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Lisinopril should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
autoimmune disease (such as lupus), or suppressed immune function
previous swelling of the tongue, face, or lips with difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or tightening of the throat (angioedema)
bone marrow disease
heart or blood vessel disease
low blood pressure
kidney disease
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Lisinopril. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
antiinflammatory drugs
hawthorn
heparin
lithium
medicines for high blood pressure
potassium salts
water pills
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz Dosage
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Lisinopril for hypertension is 10 milligrams, taken 1 time a day. The doctor will increase the dosage until the blood pressure is under control. The long-term Generic Lisinopril dosage usually ranges from 20 to 40 milligrams a day, taken in a single dose.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz Adverse Effects
The most common Side Effects of Generic Lisinopril are change in taste, cough headache and tiredness. Some of the most serious Generic Lisinopril side Effects include decreased amount of urine passed, difficulty breathing, or difficulty swallowing, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting spells, fast or uneven heart beat, palpitations, or chest pain, fever or chills, numbness and rashes. This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Lisinopril.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz and Pregnancy
Generic Lisinopril being an ACE inhibitor is not recommended to be used by pregnant women especially in the second and third trimesters. This can cause low blood pressure, severe kidney failure, too much potassium or even death in the newborn. Be sure you have discussed with your doctor before taking Generic Lisinopril Hydrochlorothiazide.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz and Breastfeeding
Generic Lisinopril passes into breast milk. However, it is not expected to cause problems in nursing babies.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz and Pediatric
Children are considered to be especially sensitive to the blood pressure-lowering effect of ACE inhibitors. Hence, it is best to consult your doctor and seek medical opinion.
Generic for Lisinopril-hctz and Geriatric
Studies conducted in this group using Generic Lisinopril do not indicate different side effect or problems than it does in younger adults.
Note
The above information about Generic Lisinopril Hydrochlorothiazide serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
DISCOUNT PHARMACY GLOBALDISCOUNTDRUGS FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND DISCOUNT MEDICATIONS IS YOUR BEST CHOICE FOR AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE CHOICES. BUY ONLINE DISCOUNT PRESCRIPTIONS, QUALITY INTERNATIONAL DRUGS AND COST SAVING GENERIC MEDICATIONS AND SAVE 80 PERCENT ON YOUR ANNUAL HEALTH BILLS.
|
