Lisinopril

• Lisinopril is available by prescription only.

• Lisinopril is an angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used to treat...

• Heart failure

• Hypertension

• Chronic renal failure

• Lisinopril prevents the hormone angiotensin-II from forming.

• Angiotensin-II causes vasoconstriction, or the constriction of blood vessels.

• When blood vessels constrict, blood pressure goes up.

• By stopping the formation of angiotensin-II, lisinopril lowers blood pressure.

• Lisinopril is used in dogs and cats.

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in pets with...

• known ACE inhibitor sensitivity

• renal insufficiency

• low sodium levels

• Inform your veterinarian of any and all medications your pet is taking. Some drugs may interact with lisinopril, including...

• Furosemide

• Insulin

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

• Potassium

• Spironolactone

• Store at room temperature.

• Keep medication away from light and moisture.

• Use with extreme caution in pets who are pregnant or nursing.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• If your pet vomits after administration of lisinopril, try giving the medication with food.

• Do not stop giving lisinopril, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• 0.5 mg/kg body weight

• Give 1-2 times daily

• 0.25-0.5 mg/kg body weight

• Give once daily

• Overdoses can cause hypotension, or unusually low blood pressure. Contact your veterinarian immediately if you suspect your pet may have taken more than the prescribed dose of lisinopril.

• Rashes or fever could be signs of a serious side effect. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet starts to show signs of infection or rash.