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Lisinopril

Cardiovascular

ACE inhibitor for hypertension and heart failure.

Generic name: Lisinopril
Brand names: Zestril, Prinivil, Lisinopril Stada
Prescription required

Dosage

Adults: 10 mg once daily initially, titrated up to 20–40 mg/day based on response.

Side effects

Dry cough, hyperkalemia, dizziness, angioedema (rare but emergency).

Contraindications

Pregnancy (all trimesters), prior angioedema, bilateral renal artery stenosis, severe aortic stenosis.

Description

Lisinopril blocks conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone release. Improves survival post-MI and in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

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