About lisinopril + amlodipine besilate
ACE inhibitor and calcium channel blocker
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; doses are adjusted to blood pressure and tolerability.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or headache
- Dry cough
- Ankle swelling
- Low blood pressure
Important warnings
- May cause serious harm to a developing fetus; avoid during pregnancy.
- Can cause facial or throat swelling and severe allergic reactions.
- May affect kidney function or raise potassium levels.
- Use caution with dehydration or significant heart, liver, or kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Lisinopril can harm or cause death to an unborn baby, especially later in pregnancy. It should not be used during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Amlodipine passes into breast milk in small amounts; information on lisinopril is limited. Breastfeeding suitability depends on clinical circumstances.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements and potassium-sparing medicines can raise potassium.
- NSAID painkillers may impair kidney function and reduce blood-pressure effects.
- Lithium levels may increase.
- Other blood-pressure medicines can increase dizziness or low blood pressure.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.