Lisinopril: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor. It is a prescription medicine used for high blood pressure, heart failure and protection after a heart attack. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 18 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Lisinopril works
Lisinopril blocks the formation of angiotensin II, relaxing blood vessels and easing the load on the heart.
What is Lisinopril used for?
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. It also helps protect the kidneys in people with diabetes.
Side effects of Lisinopril
Common side effects of Lisinopril include:
- Dry cough
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Tiredness
Get emergency help if your face, lips, tongue or throat swell, or you have difficulty breathing.
Precautions and warnings
- Take it regularly, even when you feel well.
- A dry, tickly cough is a known side effect; tell your doctor if it bothers you.
- Your doctor may check kidney function and potassium levels.
- Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless advised.
- It must not be used during pregnancy.
Frequently asked questions about Lisinopril
What is the price of Lisinopril in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Lisinopril products currently in stock range from Rs 59 to Rs 1,788 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Liface 5mg Tablet at Rs 59. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Lisinopril are available in Pakistan?
Lisinopril is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Zestril (Ici Pharmaceuticals), Bpmed (Medicraft), Gustorole (Pulse), Lame (Atco Laboratories Ltd), Novatec (Obs-pharma Ltd), Corace (Bosch Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Ziscar (Tabros Pharma) and Co-trupril (Scilife Pharma Ltd), along with 13 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Lisinopril?
Yes. Lisinopril is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Lisinopril be used during pregnancy?
It must not be used during pregnancy.
Are all Lisinopril brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Lisinopril in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Lisinopril brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 40+ products containing Lisinopril from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
