What is Lisinopril HCTZ?
Lisinopril hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is the generic name for Zestoretic; what is Zestoretic? Zestoretic is a medication made up of (10 or 20mg) lisinopril and (12.5 or 25mg) hydrochlorothiazide. It is available as an oral tablet and can be purchased in three different strength combinations with a valid prescription at My Drug Center. Available strengths include:
-10mg/12.5mg
-20mg/12.5mg
-20mg/25mg
What is Lisinopril HCTZ used for?
Lisinopril HCTZ is used for treatment of hypertension; a condition where blood pressure levels are much higher than normal which poses certain health complications if left untreated.
What are the side effects of Lisinopril HCTZ?
The most commonly reported side effects of Zestoretic include cough, headache, dizziness, or feeling tired. These side effects may or may not occur, as well as other side effects not mentioned. Speak with your health care professional to learn more about the side effects of lisinopril HCTZ (Zestoretic).
How quickly does Lisinopril lower blood pressure?
Lisinopril HCTZ does not waste time; it begins lowering your blood pressure as soon as a few hours into treatment. Unfortunetly, it is unlikely you will feel the effects of lisinopril HCTZ until you have completed a few weeks of proper treatment.
When is the best time to take Lisinopril HCTZ?
The brand-manufacturer does not state a specific time to take the dose and therefore as long as no specific directions have been set in place by your doctor, you may take your dose whenever is most convenient for you. Some doctors may suggest taking it at least 4 hours before you go to sleep; diuretics can cause an increase in urination, which may cause you to wake up throughout the night if you take it too close to bedtime.
What foods should be avoided when taking Lisinopril HCTZ?
Dietary intake of potassium in moderate to high amounts can cause complications; you should avoid potassium rich foods as well as salt substitutes (which often contain potassium). Some examples of foods to avoid include bananas, oranges, cantaloupe, honeydew, apricots, cooked broccoli, potatoes, and more. Some salt substitutes that should be avoided – or at the very least, taken with caution under a doctor’s approval – while using Zestoretic include Morton Salt Substitute, Nu-Salt, and NoSalt.
What type of medication is lisinopril HCTZ?
Zestoretic (lisinopril HCTZ) is an antihypertensive combination containing an ACE inhibitor and a thiazide diuretic; therefore, the medication belongs to the class called “ACE inhibitors with thiazides."
How to pronounce Lisinopril HCTZ?
When being prescribed a new medication, knowing how to pronounce it may be an important thing to know. Proper pronunciation of lisinopril HCTZ is as follows: LYSE - IN - OH – PRIL / HYE - DROE - KLOR - OH - THYE - A - ZIDE.