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lisinopril

Trade Name

Prinivil

Indication

hypertension, management of CHF

Action

block conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, increases renin levels and decreases aldosterone leading to vasodilation

Therapeutic Class

antihypertensives

Pharmacologic Class

ACE Inhibitor

Nursing Considerations

• dry cough • first dose hypotension • use cautiously with potassium supplements and potassium sparing diuretics • use cautiously with diuretic therapy • administer 1 hour before meals • monitor blood pressure often • monitor weight and fluid status • monitor renal profile • monitor liver function tests

• may cause angioedema