Description

Lipril 5 mg (Lisinopril 5 mg) – Product Information

💊 Product Description
ACE Inhibitor for Blood Pressure & Heart Protection

Lipril 5 mg contains Lisinopril, an ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) inhibitor used widely to treat high blood pressure and support heart health. It helps relax and widen blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing strain on the heart.

This medicine is commonly prescribed for:

• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

• Heart Failure

• Protection of Kidneys in Diabetes (diabetic nephropathy)

• After a Heart Attack, to improve survival

• Preventing strokes and heart-related complications

Key Benefits:

⭐ Controls High Blood Pressure: Helps maintain healthy blood pressure levels
⭐ Supports Heart Function: Reduces workload on the heart
⭐ Protects Kidneys: Especially in diabetic patients
⭐ Prevents Complications: Lowers risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart failure progression
⭐ Improves Survival After Heart Attack

⚠️ Precautions
Is Lipril 5 mg Right for You?

Inform your doctor if the patient:

• Is pregnant or planning pregnancy (ACE inhibitors should not be used)

• Is breastfeeding

• Has kidney disease or is on dialysis

• Has liver disease

• Has a history of angioedema (swelling of face/lips/throat)

• Is taking diuretics, potassium supplements, or salt substitutes

• Is dehydrated or has low blood pressure

⚠️ Avoid Alcohol: It may increase dizziness or fainting.
⚠️ Monitor Potassium: This medicine can increase potassium levels.

⚡ Side Effects
Understanding Possible Reactions

Common Side Effects:

• Dry, persistent cough

• Dizziness, especially when standing up

• Headache

• Fatigue or weakness

• Nausea

• Low blood pressure

Less Common but Serious Side Effects:

🚨 Swelling of face/lips/throat (angioedema) — medical emergency
🚨 Kidney function deterioration
🚨 High potassium levels (muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat)
🚨 Severe dizziness or fainting

Stop the medicine and seek medical help if serious allergic reactions occur.

🧪 How to Use
Guidelines for Safe and Effective Use

Dosage:

Lipril 5 mg is usually taken once daily, or as prescribed by your doctor.

How to Take:

1. Swallow the tablet with water.

2. Take at the same time every day for best results.

3. Can be taken with or without food.

4. Do NOT stop suddenly without consulting your doctor.

Important Tips:

• Monitor blood pressure regularly.

• Stay hydrated but avoid excessive potassium-rich foods unless advised.

• Rise slowly from sitting or sleeping positions to avoid dizziness.

• Inform your doctor before any surgery.

Missed Dose:

Take when you remember.
If it’s close to the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double-dose.

Storage:

Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.