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Lisinopril

Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor used for hypertension and selected heart failure.

Zestril

Hypertension, Heart Failure, Myocardial Infarction

2.5 · 5 · 10mg

Lisinopril at 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg, listed for hypertension, heart failure and myocardial infarction. The enzyme it inhibits gives the class its name.

From$0.46/ tabletView

Zestoretic

Hypertension

5/12.5g/mg

Lisinopril with hydrochlorothiazide as a tablet for hypertension. Two pathways at once: less angiotensin II, and more salt and water out.

From$0.93/ tabletView

Prinivil

Hypertension, Heart Failure

2.5 · 5 · 10mg

Lisinopril 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg tablets, used in the management of hypertension and heart failure. An ACE inhibitor that stops angiotensin II forming.

From$0.39/ tabletView

Key points

  • It can raise potassium and alter kidney function.
  • It can harm a developing fetus and requires prompt pregnancy review.
  • Facial or throat swelling is an emergency.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Pregnancy, kidney function, potassium, dehydration, NSAIDs and lithium require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for facial or throat swelling, breathing difficulty, fainting, severe weakness or very little urine.

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