What Is Lisinopril?

Potential Side Effects

This medication may cause some side effects. It seems that the most common of these include weakness, blurry vision, dizziness, and sweating. Confusion and cloudy urine may also appear. Less common side effects may include coughing, chest pain, chills, and nausea. Patients may also deal with pain in their abdomen. Issues breathing, diarrhea, or vomiting may also occur. Some individuals taking this medication will experience a sore throat. Rare effects of this medication may include joint pain, insomnia, appetite loss, and muscle pain. Some individuals may see an increase in their heart rate.

Patients may want to talk to their doctor about any of the side effects they encounter. This is important even if their side effects seem minor. If the effects persist or get worse, patients should consider talking to them immediately. They may need to have their dose adjusted. In some cases, doctors may need to switch their medication entirely.

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Precautions To Remember

Some patients may not be able to take this medication safely. They may need to inform their doctor of their complete medical history. Points of concern for this medication seem to include kidney issues, liver disease, and heart conditions. Imbalances in electrolytes or fluids may be concerning as well. This medication can result in dangerous levels of potassium in kidney patients. It may also aggravate liver disease. Additionally, it appears that this medication is not safe for pregnant women.

Patients will need to have follow-up appointments for this medication. Doctors will likely need to monitor their weight and blood pressure during these appointments. They may need blood tests regularly. Patients may need to take the liquid medication. This will typically require them to shake the bottle first. Shaking the bottle should mix the drug well. They also need to be cautious about storing this medication. It does not seem to do well in heat or moisture. Direct light may not be good for it either. It looks like room temperature is the best.

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