About hydrochlorothiazide + lisinopril dihydrate
ACE inhibitor and thiazide diuretic
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; clinicians adjust the dose according to blood pressure and response.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Dry cough
- Headache
- Low blood pressure or increased potassium
Important warnings
- Can cause serious fetal harm; avoid during pregnancy.
- May impair kidney function or raise potassium; monitoring may be needed.
- Seek urgent care for swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- Dehydration can increase the risk of low blood pressure and kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Not recommended; can cause fetal injury or death, particularly after the first trimester.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; lisinopril may enter breast milk. Use requires clinician assessment, especially for newborns or premature infants.
Interactions
- NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may worsen kidney function.
- Potassium supplements or salt substitutes can raise potassium.
- Lithium levels may increase.
- Other blood-pressure medicines can cause excessive blood-pressure lowering.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.