Lisinopril🔊

What is Lisinopril for?

Lisinopril belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs). ACEIs block the substances that constrict the blood vessels and hence more blood and oxygen can reach the heart. Lisinopril is therefore commonly used to treat high blood pressure, kidney problems in patients with diabetes mellitus, heart failure, and improve survival after a heart attack.

How to use it?

Lisinopril can be taken by mouth as tablets. The maximum daily dose of Lisinopril is 40 mg. The adult doses for different uses are listed below: 

For high blood pressure 

Start with 10 mg once daily. The usual maintenance dose is 20 mg once daily and the maximum daily dose is 80 mg. 

For treatment after a heart attack to improve survival 

Should only be started once your blood pressure is stable. Typical starting doses range from 2.5 to 10 mg once daily. 

For kidney problems in patients with diabetes mellitus 

Start with 2.5-5 mg once daily and the dose will be adjusted according to your response. The usual dose is 10-20 mg once daily. 

For heart failure 

Start with 2.5 mg once daily. The dose should be increased gradually up to 10 mg at least every 2 weeks.

What are the side effects of Lisinopril?

Common side effects of Lisinopril include low blood pressure, angioedema, kidney impairment, dry hacking cough, and elevated potassium levels.

Where to buy Lisinopril in Hong Kong?

In Hong Kong, Lisinopril is a prescription only medicine, and requires a prescription from a doctor to be purchased in a pharmacy. It can also be obtained from doctors. To find a pharmacy near you, refer to the list of pharmacies (“Authorized Sellers of Poisons”) from the Hong Kong Department of Health.