Lisir 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Kopran Ltd
Salt Composition
Lisinopril (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lisir 5mg Tablet is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It may also be prescribed after a heart attack. Additionally, it also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Lisir 5mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food but try taking it at about the same time each day. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or even if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This medicine is considered safe for long-term use. Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased blood pressure, cough, increased potassium level, fatigue, weakness, and dizziness. Most of these are temporary and resolve with time. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lisir 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lisir 5mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Lisir 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Lisir 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Allopurinol Amiloride Azathioprine Bemiparin
How it works
Lisir 5mg Tablet is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.
Quick Tips
Lisir 5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it at bedtime to avoid dizziness throughout the day. Let your doctor know about any cough or throat irritation that does not go away. It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lisir 5mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Lisir 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to pass through them. As a result, the heart does not have to work harder to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it helps to lower the blood pressure and thus reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
What should I tell my doctor before taking Lisir 5mg Tablet?
Before taking Lisir 5mg Tablet, you must inform your doctor if you are allergic to Lisir 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. You must also tell the doctor if you have problems related to heart, liver, kidneys (if you are on dialysis) or blood, such as a low white blood cell count (neutropenia or agranulocytosis). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, irregular blood pressure or if you have recently had diarrhea or vomiting. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking Lisir 5mg Tablet if you are planning to conceive, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.
What time of the day should I take Lisir 5mg Tablet?
Lisir 5mg Tablet should be taken at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor may advise you to take your first dose before bedtime, as it can make you dizzy. After the first dose, if you do not feel dizzy, you may take Lisir 5mg Tablet at any time of the day. Your dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and therefore, it will vary from person to person. If you experience any side effects while taking Lisir 5mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
I feel better after taking Lisir 5mg Tablet, can I stop taking it?
No, continue taking Lisir 5mg Tablet even if you feel better and your blood pressure is under control. Stopping Lisir 5mg Tablet suddenly may cause your blood pressure to increase and your chances of stroke or heart attack may rise. Usually once you start taking any medicine for controlling blood pressure, you have to continue taking it life-long unless you cannot tolerate it.
I have diabetes. Does Lisir 5mg Tablet have any effect on blood sugar levels?
Yes, Lisir 5mg Tablet may have some effect on antidiabetic medicines or insulin and may lower your blood sugar levels. Therefore, you need to check your blood sugar levels regularly.
After starting Lisir 5mg Tablet, I have developed a dry cough which is very irritating and is not getting better with any medicine. What should I do now?
Lisir 5mg Tablet may cause a dry cough as a side effect in some people. This can be persistent and may not be relieved by any medicine. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you or if you have trouble sleeping. Your doctor may suggest ways of managing the cough or may prescribe another medicine. Remember, do not stop taking Lisir 5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as this may increase your blood pressure and put you at a risk of developing a heart attack or stroke. Even if you stop taking Lisir 5mg Tablet, the cough may take a few days to a month to resolve completely.
Can Lisir 5mg Tablet affect my fertility?
There is no evidence that Lisir 5mg Tablet has any effect on fertility in both men and women. However, if you are planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor first. This is because Lisir 5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy.
Can Lisir 5mg Tablet increase potassium levels? If so, what should be done?
Lisir 5mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood, especially if you have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, kidney problems and dehydration. Also, potassium levels may increase in patients who are using potassium salts or medicines or are aged more than 70 years of age. Therefore, if you have any of these conditions and are using Lisir 5mg Tablet, be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.
