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Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide
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Pronounced: (li-SIN-oh-pril) & (hye-droe-klor-oh-THYE-a-zide)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Antihypertensive, ACE Inhibitor Combination |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used to treat high blood pressure, either alone or taken together with other medications.
Mechanism:
The lisinopril is called an ACE inhibitor, reducing blood pressure by preventing a chemical reaction that creates a potent vasoconstrictor. The HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is a diuretic (water pill), to reduce fluid retention. The net result is a relaxation of arteries, lowering of blood pressure, and increase in heart output, with little change in heart rate.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side Effectscough
Precautions:
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor in you have kidney or liver disease.
Preganant:
There have not been well-controlled studies of Zestoretic in pregnancy. Use only if clearly needed and the benefit outweighs any potential risk. Some ACE inhibitors have been shown to be excreted in breast milk in small quantities, and thiazide diuretics have been detected in breast milk, so caution should be used in deciding whether to discontinue the drug or the breast-feeding.
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Dosage InformationZestoretic is taken orally usually once or twice daily. If stomach upset occurs, take this medication with food.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center.
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