What do lisinopril tablets do? LISINOPRIL (Prinivil(R), Zestril(R)) is an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering agent) known as an ACE inhibitor. Lisinopril controls high blood pressure (hypertension) by relaxing blood vessels; it is not a cure. High blood pressure levels can damage your kidneys, and may lead to a stroke or heart failure. Lisinopril also helps to treat patients with heart failure (heart does not pump strongly enough). Generic lisinopril tablets are not yet available.
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: decreased amount of urine passed, difficulty breathing, or difficulty swallowing, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting spells, fast or uneven heart beat, palpitations, or chest pain, fever or chills, numbness or tingling in your fingers or toes, skin rash, itching, swelling of your face, lips, or tongue.
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): change in taste, cough, headache, tiredness.
NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
