Question 1

What is Lisinopril Dihydrate used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, protecting the kidneys in people with diabetes, recovery after heart attack

Question 2

How do you take Lisinopril Dihydrate?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Lisinopril Dihydrate?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Who should not take Lisinopril Dihydrate?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Is Lisinopril Dihydrate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

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.

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