What side effects can this medication cause?
Important notice:
First doses of lisinopril can cause dizziness due to a drop in blood pressure.
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
mild dizziness or lightheadedness
headache
unusual fatigue or weakness
dry, tickling cough
muscle cramps
numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, arms, or legs
nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
rash
impotence
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
difficulty breathing
closing of your throat
swelling of your lips, tongue or face
little or no urine
irregular heartbeat or changes in your heartbeat
chest pain
severe dizziness or fainting
signs of an infection including a sore throat or a fever
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Inform to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?