A medication used to treat high blood pressure.
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor; antihypertensive.
One of a class of drugs that block the formation of angiotensin, leading to vasodilation. Sold under the trade names Prinivil and Zestril, it is used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. Adverse effects include dizziness, headache, fatigue, and diarrhea.
An antihypertensive drug. Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, either alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Lisinopril works by reducing the production of a substance that increases salt and water retention in the body and causes constriction of arteries, thereby driving up the blood pressure. Lisinopril may also be used to treat heart failure. If given within 24 hours of a heart attack, lisinopril may improve the person’s chance of survival.
An angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor used, e.g., to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.
A widely employed ACE inhibitor medication for addressing hypertension (elevated blood pressure) and heart failure. The initial dose of lisinopril might result in a swift drop in blood pressure, particularly in individuals concurrently using a diuretic; it’s advisable for such individuals to recline for a few hours after ingestion. Additionally, the drug could induce minor adverse effects, like a lingering dry cough or a alteration in the perception of taste.