What is an ACE inhibitor lisinopril?

What is an ACE inhibitor lisinopril?

Lisinopril is a type of medicine called an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Like other ACE inhibitors, lisinopril relaxes and widens the blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This can improve the symptoms of heart failure.

What is an antidote for ACE inhibitor?

In the presence of profound vasoplegic shock secondary to ACE inhibitor poisoning, naloxone may be used to overcome the excess vasodepressor activity of endogenous opioids.

What is the antidote for ACE inhibitors?

What happens if you accidentally take too much blood pressure medication?

Overdose symptoms may include slow or uneven heartbeats, shortness of breath, bluish-colored fingernails, dizziness, weakness, or fainting. Your doctor may want you to monitor your blood pressure closely for a time period. He/She may also want to hold your medication until you are regulated.

Which OTC medication will reduce the effectiveness of ACE inhibitors?

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve), decrease the effectiveness of ACE inhibitors.

What are the dangers of taking lisinopril?

Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dizziness.
• headache.
• cough.
• excessive tiredness.
• pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet.
• decrease in sexual ability.
• heartburn.

Who is the manufacturer of lisinopril in Australia?

This medication was first developed by Merck & Co., and is marketed worldwide by Merck with the brand name Prinivil® and by AstraZeneca with the brand name Zestril®. In Australia it is marketed by AlphaPharm with the brand name Lisodur®. In most countries generics are available.

How long does it take for lisinopril to work?

Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. For the treatment of high blood pressure, it may take 2 to 4 weeks before you get the full benefit of this medication. For the treatment of heart failure, it may take weeks to months before you get the full benefit of this medication.

When to talk to your doctor about lisinopril?

If you are taking this medicine (lisinopril tablets) and have high blood pressure, talk with your doctor before using OTC products that may raise blood pressure. These include cough or cold drugs, diet pills, stimulants, ibuprofen or like products, and some natural products or aids. Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol.

What to do if you cant swallow lisinopril?

Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor. A liquid (suspension) can be made if you cannot swallow pills. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist. If a liquid (suspension) is made, shake well before use.