Lisinopril
Brand: Prinivil, Zestril
Key warning
Boxed warning: fetal toxicity - stop as soon as pregnancy is detected
Common side effects
- Dry cough
- Dizziness
- Elevated potassium
- Headache
Key interactions & cautions
- NSAIDs blunt its blood-pressure effect
- Avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes
- Caution with other blood-pressure drugs
- Avoid with potassium-sparing diuretics
Counseling points
- Take at the same time each day
- Rise slowly to reduce dizziness
- Report swelling of face, lips, or tongue
- Report a persistent dry cough
- Stop and call if you become pregnant
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