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Suggest Dosage For Lisinopril
Posted on
Thu, 10 Dec 2015
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Thu, 10 Dec 2015
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Question : Hi my name is XXXX, I am on Lisinopril 12.5mg for about a month know, I just have used my cuff my bp was 208/120 can I take another pill
Brief Answer:
the maximum daily dose is 40mg but normally a once daily medication
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
The maximum dose of lisinopril is 40 mg which is above your current dose, it is a once daily dosing.
Your present dose can be increased and you may be able to take another tablet to help reduce your blood pressure since you are below XXXXXXX but it would be best to speak to your doctor or visit the ER if you are having any symptoms along with the very high blood pressure (eg blurred vision,dizziness, headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, decreased urination).
Your medication may need further adjustment if you can getting these type of readings.
Most persons need a combination of different types of blood pressure medications for control, this may be the case for you.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
the maximum daily dose is 40mg but normally a once daily medication
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
The maximum dose of lisinopril is 40 mg which is above your current dose, it is a once daily dosing.
Your present dose can be increased and you may be able to take another tablet to help reduce your blood pressure since you are below XXXXXXX but it would be best to speak to your doctor or visit the ER if you are having any symptoms along with the very high blood pressure (eg blurred vision,dizziness, headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, decreased urination).
Your medication may need further adjustment if you can getting these type of readings.
Most persons need a combination of different types of blood pressure medications for control, this may be the case for you.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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