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Lisinepril
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Lisinopril (available as Zestril®, Prinivil®, and generic lisinopril) is a prescription medication licensed treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. Specific uses of lisinopril include controlling high blood pressure, treating congestive heart failure, and improving survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril comes in a tablet form and is typically taken once a day. It can be taken with or without food, but should be taken it at the same time every day to maintain an even level of the medicine in your blood. Lisinopril comes in several strengths, including 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, and 30 mg.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD