Prinivil Precautions and Warnings

Precautions and warnings with Prinivil to be aware of before taking it include possible drug interactions (such as with diabetes medications) and possible side effects. For example, Prinivil may cause allergic reactions and swelling. Precautions and warnings with Prinivil also extend to people with certain medical conditions, such as heart disease or scleroderma, and people who are allergic to any component of the drug.

Prinivil Medicine

Prinivil: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking

Prinivil^® (lisinopril) if you have:

Heart disease, including congestive heart failure, aortic stenosis, or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Liver disease, including cirrhosis
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Diabetes
Scleroderma
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE)
A personal or family history of angioedema, which is swelling under the skin
Any allergies, including allergies to ACE inhibitors, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Are on dialysis
Will be undergoing surgery or anesthesia.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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