Lisinopril 20 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg Tablet (Lisinopril Dihydrate) — Uses, Dosage & NAFDAC

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What is this drug?

Lisinopril is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that works by relaxing your blood vessels so blood can flow more easily, reducing the strain on your heart.

What is it used for?

High blood pressure (hypertension)heart failureprotecting the kidneys in people with diabetesrecovery after heart attack

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High Blood Pressure Diabetes Heart Conditions Heart Failure Kidney & Urinary

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How to take this drug

Take one tablet once a day, usually in the morning. You can take it with or without food. Most people start with 5 mg or 10 mg daily, and your doctor may increase it up to 20-40 mg depending on how your blood pressure responds. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Do not stop taking it even if you feel fine — high blood pressure often has no symptoms.

What if I Miss a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your normal schedule. Do not take two tablets at once to make up for it.

What to watch out for

This is a prescription medicine — do not buy from roadside vendors or take someone else's blood pressure tablets, as the wrong dose can be dangerous. Do not stop taking it because you feel fine; high blood pressure is a silent killer. If you develop a persistent dry cough, tell your doctor — they may switch you to another medicine rather than you stopping on your own.

Common Side Effects

Dry cough that won't go away
dizziness or lightheadedness especially when standing up
headache
tiredness
mild stomach upset

Serious Side Effects

Swelling of the face
lips
tongue or throat (this is an emergency — go to hospital immediately)
signs of kidney problems like very little urine or swollen ankles
severe dizziness or fainting.

Drug Interactions

Avoid taking potassium supplements or potassium-rich salt substitutes while on this drug as it can cause dangerously high potassium levels. NSAIDs like ibuprofen (e.g. Brufen) can reduce how well lisinopril works and may harm your kidneys if used together regularly. Alcohol can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect and make you feel very dizzy or faint.

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Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning

Lisinopril is NOT safe during pregnancy — it can cause serious harm or death to your unborn baby, especially in the second and third trimesters. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking it.

Who Should NOT Take This

People who have ever had swelling of the face or throat from any ACE inhibitor medicine
pregnant women
people with severe kidney problems (unless monitored by a doctor)
and people with a condition called bilateral renal artery stenosis. Do not take if you are also using a medicine called sacubitril.

How to Store

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid keeping it near windows or in your car. Keep the container tightly closed and always out of reach of children.

For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.

Lisinopril 20 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg