Blood Pressure Articles A-Z
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor approved to treat congestive heart failure and high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page explains how the drug works, other uses for it, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Lisinopril (Zestril, Prinivil)
This eMedTV article explores the link between lisinopril and dry eyes. While there doesn't appear to be a connection, there are things you can do if this becomes a problem (such as avoiding artificial tears that irritate your eyes).
Side effects may occur with the use of lisinopril, and hair loss is reported rarely. As this eMedTV page explains, because hair loss occurs so infrequently in people on lisinopril, it's hard to say whether it's caused by the drug or by other factors.
This eMedTV page discusses a recent study on lisinopril and pregnancy, which discovered that the drug may pose more risk to fetuses or newborns than was previously thought. How the FDA rates the safety of drugs during pregnancy is also explained.
This eMedTV segment discusses the link between lisinopril and weight gain and also explains why it is hard to determine if it is an actual side effect. The dangers of rapid weight gain and tips for combating gradual weight gain are included as well.
Some people taking lisinopril may experience a dry cough that doesn't go away. But as this eMedTV Web page explains, there's no way to know if and when a lisinopril cough will occur. This page describes how common this cough is and what causes it.
This eMedTV article describes lisinopril dosage guidelines for people with congestive heart failure (5 mg a day) and high blood pressure (10 mg a day). The dose following a heart attack and tips for taking the drug are also provided.
NSAIDs and lithium are among the drugs that can potentially interact with lisinopril. This eMedTV Web page explains how lisinopril drug interactions can change how the body metabolizes the drugs and alter the levels of some drugs in the blood.
Lisinopril medicine is used to treat hypertension and heart failure, among other conditions. This eMedTV Web page covers the drug's uses and how it works, and also offers links to other articles on the different brands of lisinopril available.
If you take too much lisinopril, seek medical attention immediately. This eMedTV Web page lists symptoms of a lisinopril overdose (such as kidney failure and extremely low blood pressure) and treatment options (such as fluids through an IV).
Lisinopril Sexual Side Effects
As this eMedTV article explains, a decreased sex drive and erectile dysfunction are reported only rarely with lisinopril. However, you should talk to your healthcare provider if, during treatment with lisinopril, sexual side effects become a problem.
This eMedTV page lists common side effects of lisinopril (like vomiting and diarrhea) and side effects to report to your doctor right away (such as itching). Lisinopril side affects is a common misspelling and variation of side effects of lisinopril.
Lisinopril Warnings and Precautions
Diabetes and scleroderma are among the conditions to tell your doctor about before taking lisinopril. This eMedTV page lists other lisinopril warnings and precautions, such as the risk of liver failure or a cough in some people taking the drug.
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Lopressor is used to treat high blood pressure and angina, among other conditions. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works and discusses its effects, possible side effects, and dosing information. Lopresor is a common misspelling of Lopressor.
Lopressor is drug that is prescribed to treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV page gives an overview of Lopressor and its uses, effects, and possible side effects. Lopresser is a common misspelling of Lopressor.
Lopressor is a drug used to treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV page covers some specific uses of the prescription drug (such as relieving angina symptoms), as well as its effects, dosing tips, and strengths.
This page on the eMedTV site explains that there may be an increased risk to the fetus if Lopressor is used during pregnancy -- but the exact risk is unknown. If you're taking Lopressor and pregnancy occurs, you should let your doctor know right away.
For high blood pressure control, the starting Lopressor dosage is 100 mg once daily or 50 mg twice daily. This eMedTV page also lists the Lopressor dose for relieving angina symptoms and covers Lopressor dosing following a heart attack.
This eMedTV resource provides a list of medicines that may potentially cause Lopressor interactions, including fluoxetine, terbinafine, and NSAIDs. Drug interactions with Lopressor can change how your body metabolizes the drugs, among other things.
People who overdose on Lopressor may experience tiredness, a decrease in breathing, or even death. This eMedTV article lists other possible symptoms of a Lopressor overdose, as well as treatment options a doctor may try (such as pumping the stomach).
Lopressor Precautions and Warnings
You should not take Lopressor if you have sick sinus syndrome. This eMedTV article offers other Lopressor precautions and warnings, including more information on who should not take the drug and possible side effects to look out for.
Some common Lopressor side effects include itching, dizziness, and a slow heart rate. This section of the eMedTV library also offers a list of serious side effects that require medical attention, as well as rare but possible side effects of Lopressor.
This eMedTV page explains that Lopressor is licensed to treat high blood pressure and angina symptoms, as well as to improve survival after a heart attack. This page also lists off-label Lopressor uses, such as the treatment of anxiety or arrhythmias.
This page on the eMedTV Web site gives an overview of Lotensin, a prescription drug used to lower high blood pressure. This article describes how Lotensin works, how and when to take it, and what to do if you overdose.
While depression does not appear to be a Lotensin side effect, this eMedTV page advises talking with your doctor if you're taking Lotensin and depression does occur. This page lists depression symptoms like a persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood.
This eMedTV Web page suggests some things to do if you're taking Lotensin and dry eyes occur, such as not smoking and staying out of smoky rooms, as well as asking your doctor if any of your other medications contribute to dry eyes.
As this part of the eMedTV library explains, hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Lotensin. If you're taking Lotensin and hair loss occurs, talk with your doctor. He or she may recommend adjusting your dosage or switching to another drug.
As this eMedTV resource explains, Lotensin is a pregnancy Category D drug that can sometimes cause death or deformities of the head and face, among other problems, to a fetus. If you're taking Lotensin and pregnancy occurs, tell your doctor.
Lotensin and weight gain do not appear to be linked. This eMedTV segment lists some things you can do if you're taking Lotensin and weight gain occurs, such as getting regular physical activity and limiting foods that are high in fat and cholesterol.
A dry cough that will not go away is one of Lotensin's common side effects. This eMedTV article describes how Lotensin's enzyme-blocking effect can lead to a Lotensin cough, and also gives statistics on how often it occurs.
As this eMedTV page explains, the starting Lotensin dosage for adults is 10 mg once daily. Children six years or older are recommended to take a starting dose of 0.2 mg per kg once daily. Lotensin dosing can be affected by your age and other factors.
As this eMedTV article explains, Lotensin drug interactions can lower your blood pressure too much and contribute to kidney damage, among other things. Drug interactions with Lotensin can occur with lithium, diuretics, Advil, and several other drugs.
As this eMedTV resource explains, Lotensin HCT is a drug that is used to lower high blood pressure in adults. This Web page offers an overview of Lotensin HCT, including information on the drug's general dosing guidelines and possible side effects.
Lotensin HCT can cause temporary or permanent fetal problems during any trimester of pregnancy. This eMedTV resource describes some of the complications seen with Lotensin HCT and pregnancy, such as developmental problems with the nervous system.
This eMedTV segment explains that the recommended dosage of Lotensin HCT for people with high blood pressure will vary between Lotensin HCT 5 mg/6.25 mg and Lotensin HCT 20 mg/25 mg once a day. This page also covers tips for taking your Lotensin HCT.
Lotensin HCT Drug Interactions
This portion of the eMedTV archives explores potential Lotensin HCT drug interactions with other medications, such as muscle relaxants, diuretics, and insulin. This Web page also covers how these interactions can lead to problems.
Although it is rare, it is possible to overdose on Lotensin HCT. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes some Lotensin HCT overdose symptoms, such as nausea, dizziness, or tiredness. This page also covers treatment options.
Lotensin HCT Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at a number of precautions and warnings for Lotensin HCT, such as the possibility of the drug raising cholesterol levels in the body. This article also describes who should not take Lotensin HCT.
Some of the most common Lotensin HCT side effects can include dizziness, fatigue, and a cough. This eMedTV Web page also takes an in-depth look at some of the more serious Lotensin HCT side effects, such as seizures and wheezing.
Lotensin HCT is prescribed to help lower high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV article explores how Lotensin HCT works to relax the blood vessels and reduce blood volume. There are currently no universally accepted off-label Lotensin HCT uses.
A Lotensin overdose is rare but potentially serious. This eMedTV page stresses the importance of seeking immediate medical attention if you believe that you may have overdosed on Lotensin, and also lists overdose effects such as kidney failure.
Lotensin Precautions and Warnings
A few of the Lotensin precautions and warnings discussed in this eMedTV article are potential drug interactions, whether it is safe to breastfeed while taking Lotensin, and symptoms that require emergency medical care.
Decreased sex drive and impotence are the two main Lotensin sexual side effects. This eMedTV Web page explains how these side effects can affect a person's sexual well-being and suggests talking with your doctor if they occur while taking Lotensin.
This eMedTV page explains that headache, dizziness, and fatigue are common side effects of Lotensin. This page also lists rare Lotensin side effects (like chest pain) as well as side effects that you should report to your doctor right away.
Lotrel is prescribed to lower high blood pressure in adults. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how Lotrel works to relax the blood vessels. This page also covers potential side effects of Lotrel and general doing guidelines.
This eMedTV segment explains that dry eyes were not reported as either a common or rare side effect of Lotrel during extensive clinical trials. This page explores Lotrel and dry eyes and makes some suggestions for dry eye relief.
There are several side effects of Lotrel, and hair loss is a rare complaint. This eMedTV article explains that hair loss is reported in less than 1 percent of people who take Lotrel and mentions what to do if you experience this side effect.
As this eMedTV resource explains, taking Lotrel during any trimester of pregnancy can cause fetal problems, such as deformities of the head, lung problems, or even death. This page offers an in-depth look at Lotrel and pregnancy.
Gradual weight gain does not appear to be a common or rare side effect of Lotrel. This eMedTV article explores Lotrel and weight gain and discusses some suggestions for limiting weight gain, including a heart-healthy diet and regular exercise.
As this part of the eMedTV library explains, clinical studies have shown that up to 3.3 percent of people with high blood pressure who were taking Lotrel reported a cough. This page explains why the Lotrel cough occurs in some patients.
As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended Lotrel dosage for people with high blood pressure will vary between Lotrel 2.5 mg/10 mg and Lotrel 10 mg/40 mg once a day. This article also covers general Lotrel dosing guidelines.
This portion of the eMedTV archives covers the possible Lotrel drug interactions that can occur with other medications, such as diuretics, potassium supplements, and lithium. This page explains how these interactions can affect your health.
As with any medication, it is possible to overdose on Lotrel. This eMedTV segment describes treatment options, as well as some signs and symptoms of a Lotrel overdose, such as headache, irregular heartbeat, or loss of consciousness.
Lotrel Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at precautions and warnings for Lotrel, such as drug interactions, allergic reactions, and an increased risk for infections. This page also explains who should not take Lotrel.
Lotrel sexual side effects can include a decreased sex drive or impotence. This eMedTV page covers the occurrence of sexual side effects in people taking Lotrel and discusses what to do if you develop any sexual side effects while taking this drug.
Potential side effects of Lotrel include a cough, headache, and unexplained swelling. This eMedTV resource discusses these side effects and some of the more serious and rare Lotrel side effects, such as sexual problems and hair loss.
A healthcare provider can prescribe Lotrel to help lower high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV page explains how Lotrel works to relax the blood vessels. This article also mentions that there are no universally accepted off-label Lotrel uses.
This eMedTV article explains that Lotrel is prescribed to lower high blood pressure in adults. This page discusses how this drug can lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Lotril is a common misspelling of Lotrel.
This eMedTV article offers tips for how to lower blood pressure through lifestyle changes. For example, quitting smoking or losing weight can help lower blood pressure; medications may be prescribed when lifestyle changes alone are not enough.
Often, as this eMedTV page explains, lowering blood pressure involves making lifestyle changes first, such as reducing the amount of alcohol and salt consumed. Other lifestyle changes helpful in lowering blood pressure include becoming more active.
This eMedTV page covers Lopressor, a drug used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and other conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This page lists Lopressor side effects and strengths. Lowpressor is a common misspelling of Lopressor.