Lisinopril 20mg

I am taking Lisinopril 20 along with 11 other medications. I had a major heart attack 6 years ago (but doing great now), have diabetes 2, and narcolepsy. I am really fighting the daytime sleepiness to the point that it is negatively affecting my life. I see where it can cause drowsiness, so I am trying to see if there is an alternative that does not cause drowsiness (I am doing this for all meds that have that warning as well) before I go to the doctor so I have something to present. Thank you for listening ## In your case, it is really hard to say what is causing the drowsiness, it may be one of your medications, or it could be your heart, your diabetes or just the narcolepsy. Thus, I am very glad to hear you'll be consulting your doctor. I am not sure what else you are on, but bei...

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whats the difference between the LM2 pill and the e173 first one is green second one is pink.. ## @P Johnson, By "LM2" are you referring to the round yellowish/green pill marked "M" on one side and "L" over "25" on the other? This was the only Lisinopril tablet I found that had a similar description to yours. It's listed as being manufactured by Mylan. More specifically, it contains 20mgs of Lisinopril along with the following list of inactive ingredients: silicon dioxide + croscarmellose sodium + calcium phosphate dihydrate dibasic + magnesium stearate + mannitol + povidone + corn starch + sodium lauryl sulfate + D&C Yellow No. 10 The second pink pill marked "E 173" is manufactured by Sandoz and reportedly contains 25mg of Hydrochlorothia...

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Has Lisinopril made anyone hungrier or made you gain weight? I am also getting terrible cramps in my legs. I started taking Potassium on my own to stop this pain. Any advice? ## Hello, Madeline! How are you doing? Yes, those can be side effects of this medication, according to FDA warnings, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Have you informed your medical provider of these issues? There are others you can try, which may not cause you the same problematic side effects. ## Lisinopril caused leg cramps and a cough. I got off of it after several months. ## Madeline, I've been on a 5 mg dose of Lisinopril for about 3 months. I did research at the manufacturer's site and found that Lisinopril causes retention of Potassium and tha...

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small oval pinkish marked APO on one side anf l20 on the other also 5 sided white with logo on one side and 3760 on the other ## Yes, APO L20 is Lisinopril 20mgs for high blood pressure. Is the logo an hourglass? If so then that drug is also 20mgs of Lisinopril.

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please show, patients reports, after taking lisinopril, 10,- 20, and 40mg.. thank you.85A1 ## Does lisinopril 40 mg come in different size and colors. Husband thinks he may have been sent the wrong pill ## I have to take 40 mg lisinoprilwith 60 mg of nifedipine a day.Can I cut lisinopril in half(20mg) and take it twice a day?.Thank You ## Lisinopril is a generic, so before I can identify it for you, I need to know what the markings are on the tablets in question? Can you please post back and clarify? Mistyblue, yes, it does. Can you also post back with the markings on the tablets in question? Edwin, yes, you can usually do that with any tablet that isn't time released, as long as your doctor approves. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Lisinopril as possibly including nausea,...

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I have been tweaking my dosage of Lisinipril with my PCP. Can you please tell me what dosage is for the following pills: * Yellow round w/ M on one side and L 25 on the other. * Blue round w/ M on one side and L 27 on the other. * Green round w/ M on one side and L 26 on the other. ## M L25 contains 20mgs. M L26 contains 40mgs. M L27 contains 30mgs. Lisinopril is used to help control high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. You can read more here: Is there anything else I can help you with?

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may i substitue 2 10 mg. lisinopril tabs to make it 20 mgs? ## Yes, you can do that, it would be equivalent to taking a 20mg tablet. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and abdominal pain. Read more: Are there any questions or comments? ## Is it okay to split a 10 mg. tablet of lisinopril in half to make it equal to a 5 mg. tablet? ## I am taking a lisinopril 10mg 3 times a day, but I get dizzy on it so I cut it in half and spread it out. I take the same amount yet I still get dizzy. Is this pill a time released pill?

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Need to know color shape and size of lisinopril tablets by this Mfg Accord. I want to make sure I am taking the right medication. The pills I have has the number 3973 on one side and a v shape on the other. ## This tablet is actually manufactured by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, but Accord is a licensed distributor and they do list them as containing 20mgs of Lisinopril. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I took 20 mg Lisinopril a second time instead of 50 mg Atenolol. Supposed to take the Lisinopril once daily and the Atenolol twice. Am I okay? ## If you are concerned then you should call poison control at (800) 222-1222. From what I was reading, the biggest risk would be your blood pressure dropping too low (hypotension). However, taking only one additional dose may not cause that for you. Here is a pdf with more information: ACE Inhibitor Overdoses I hope this helps and please report back with your outcome.

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I have been taking 20 mg lisinopril with the diuretic and my blood pressure has been anywhere from 140?/90? To 150?/98 or so. Today my doctor switched me to losartan hctz100-25 mg. I'm worried the mg in losartan is so much higher than the lisinopril. Is this safe? Will this make my blood pressure drop to an unsafe level? I took the lisinopril this morning and he told me to start the losartan tomorrow morning. Is this okay? ## Hello, Melissa! How are you? That is a normal starting dose for Losartan, it may seem a lot higher than the dosage you were taking of Lisinopril, however, since it is in a different class of medications, it is actually only a little higher, which I'm guessing is due to the fact that your blood pressure readings were still high and need further lowering. How...

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Is lisinopril 20-12.5 much different than the 20 mg? If not, I can get the 20 mg for free at the drug store, but I have to pay for the 20-12.5. ## Yes, the active ingredients are different. One contains Lisinopril with Hydrochlorothiazide, while the other just contains Lisinopril and you should take the one your doctor feels is best for you. The FDA lists the typical side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, dehydration, and hypotension. Which one has been prescribed for you?

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Mfg Mycaw for Gen For Zestril ## Can two 20mg tabs replace 1 40mg tab Lisinopril ## Yes: I was taking 2 tablets of 20 mg of lisinopril a day, but now I am taking 1 tablet of 40 mg a day. ## This is an ACE inhibitor that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension, and increased urination. And yes, Robert, that is fine as long as they are the same formulation, and your doctor, or pharmacist approves. Is there anything else I can help with?

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20 12.5 white oval E 152 white round Watson 198 round blue ## I am very worried about my fathers high blood pressure. Last 10 days he had over 220 blood pressure and withall possible medication in Serbia (Europe) he coudn't lower it. My friend in USa is using Lisinopril and really helped him. can someone advise how can I get more info about this medication and is it possible to get it in Europe. Thank you ## The tablet with the E 152 marking is packaged by AvKare Inc. and they list it as containing 12.5mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide and 20mgs of Lisinopril, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC code: 42291-0391 The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, dehydration, a...

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I take 20MG of Lisinopril daily for high blood pressure. I have been experiencing severe itching all over. No rash is visible. I stopped the Lisinopril for several days and it subsided. Started back today and the itching returned.What's up? ## Well, it is possible to suddenly develop an allergy to something, even if you have been taking it for awhile. Our bodies do change with time. Have you consulted your doctor about this? Even with no rash, it could still be an allergy to the medication or something else.

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Yes i noticed the same thing my 20mg pills were half the size I used to take. My BP spikes to 180 over 120 when normaly it was 125 over 75. I think they changed the pill, my Dr switched me to another BP med & everything is back 2 normal. Everybody taking Lisinopril should monitor there BP, dont trust it anymore. ## my BP has been running higher since the size of pill changed. I was before in the normal range and now it is reading much higher. Why is that. ## Pharmacist said no worries - same drug, but I don't believe it. Signs of ED which I never had before. I'm going to call my cardiologist and ask to switch to something else. Thank goodness for this website and glad people are willing to share. ## I too am having issues. I’ve taken 20mg for 7 years with no issues. No...

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light green round pill with M on one side and LH3 on other fpr high blood pressure. Is this correct description? ## I am concerned about a pill I am taking....LH3 with an M on one side....what type of pill is this and is it for blood pressure? I seemed to be deleloping a bladder burning disorder. The prescription is for Lisinopril HCTZ 20- 25 mg. Thanks ## Yes, this tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals, and they list it as containing 25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide, and 20mgs of Lisinopril, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC: 00378-2025 Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, dehydration, increased urination, and hypotension. Inactive ingredients may include: Silicon Dioxide Croscarmellose Sodium ...

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difference between hexal Lisinopril 20mg and Prexum 4mg ## (Aside from the obvious dosage difference of 20mg of Lisinopril and 4mg of Prexum) - While both of these medications are in the same drug class with the same purpose of lowering blood pressure, the primary differences lie within the chemical makeup of each drug, as well as the addition of certain "inactive" ingredients that may or may not be present in each tablet. Both of these factors play a detrimental role as to how each drug is metabolized and used by your body. Because everyone is different, your body may agree with one medication over the other, due to how you feel or based on whatever side effects present themselves. I hope this helps! ## Thank you, My Clinic argue that they are the same as far as strength is con...

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high blood pressure ## MY MOTHER 96 GETTING ALL THESE PILLS AND ONLY 97LBS WHAT ARE THEY FOR FUROSEMIDE TAB 20MG --METOPROLOL TAB 100 MG -- LISINOPRIL TAB 20MG ---HYDROCO/APAP TAB 5-325MG --LEVOTHYROXIN TAB 100MG==ARICEPT TAB 10MG --- RISPERIDONE TAB 0.25MG SHE IS NOT EATING MUCH AND SLEEPING TOOMUCH SHE HAS ALZHEIMERS BUT KNOWS WHO I AM AT ALL TIMES SHE IS GETTING FORGETFULL AND GOING INTO OTHER PEOPLES BEDS MY BIG PROBLYM IS HER NOT EATING THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP SHE IS IN A NURSEING HOME BUT MUCH INFORMATION IS NOT GIVEN ME ## Joan, I am going to make several posts here on these various medications, to help you as much as I can. Furosemide is a diuretic, it is used to help reduce the amount of water and sodium in the body, it can help treat conditions such as high blood pressure and c...

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The shape is round color-yellow A on one side 28 on other side ## Your ID is correct, but your dosage is in error. This contains Lisinopril 20mgs and HCTZ 12.5mgs. It is a generic for Prinizide, used to help lower blood pressure. Some common side effects include: dizziness, headache and nausea.

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I have been on Lesinopril 20mg for a little over a year now. I just stopped taking it 4 days ago, trying to go natural on keeping my BP down. the first day I just did yoga each day, ate low calorie food as roasted veggies, and drank smoothies. My daily drinks consisted of Pomegranate juice and a spoon apple cider vinegar diluted with a cup of water. My average BP for the last 3 days was 121/78. Today I started having a severe headache, blurry vision and body ache in general. Is this common when you stop Lisinopril? While I do believe that I can keep my BP down naturally I am suspicious of the side effect of getting rid of this pill.. ## Hello, Rich! How are you? Yes, that can happen, if you suddenly stop such a medication, rather than tapering off of it, as reported by the FDA. You may ...

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