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.
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 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.
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.
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 resource explains why, while depression is a documented side effect with lisinopril, the link between the two is unclear. Possible symptoms of depression are also included, such as a persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood.
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).
What is lisinopril used for? As this eMedTV page explains, the drug is used to lower blood pressure, treat heart failure, and increase survival after a heart attack. This page discusses these lisinopril uses in detail and also covers off-label uses.
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.
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.
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.
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).
This segment of the eMedTV archives explains that generic lisinopril, which is sold under the name Lisinopril tablets, is manufactured by a number of companies and is available in several strengths. Common uses for the drug are also described.
