Lisinopril

Brand Name: Zestoretic

Generic Name: Lisinopril

Drug Class: ACEI/Diuretic Combos; ACEI/HCTZ Combos

What Is Lisinopril and How Does It Work?

Lisinopril is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in both adults and children 6 years of age and older.

By medical definition, high blood pressure is a condition that is defined as a repeatedly elevated blood pressure.

Lisinopril belongs to a class of medications called ACE inhibitors. ACE is short for angiotensin converting enzyme. Lisinopril is considered and antihypertensive drug. In general, antihypertensive drugs are used as a treatment for high blood pressure.

Some people taking this drug have reported light-headedness during the first few days of treatment. If you faint while taking this medication stop taking the drug and talk to the doctor who prescribed this drug for you.

Lisinopril is available under the following different brand names: Zestoretic.

Dosages of Lisinopril:

Tablet

• 10 mg/12.5 mg
• 20 mg/12.5 mg
• 20 mg/25 mg

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:

Adult dosage only. Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric dosages.

Hypertension

• 10-80 mg Lisinopril/6.25-50 mg hydrochlorothiazide orally each day.