Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15

Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15 is used for the following:

• Managing high blood pressure

• Supporting heart failure treatment

• Improving survival after a heart attack

• Protecting kidney function in diabetic patients

• Preventing stroke in high-risk patients

• Reducing risk of cardiovascular events

• Decreasing workload on the heart

• Lowering aldosterone levels to reduce fluid retention

• Preventing blood vessel and heart remodelling

Follow these instructions while taking Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Do not crush or chew the tablet.

• Take it at the same time each day to maintain consistent blood levels.

• This medicine can be taken with or without food.

• Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well.

Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15 is taken orally.

Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15 contains lisinopril (2.5 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Blocks ACE enzyme: Lisinopril inhibits the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing the formation of angiotensin II, a substance that causes blood vessels to narrow.

• Reduces vasoconstriction: By decreasing angiotensin II levels, this medicine helps blood vessels relax and widen, making it easier for blood to flow through.

• Decreases aldosterone production: Lisinopril reduces the production of aldosterone, a hormone that increases sodium and water retention in the body.

• Lowers blood volume: By reducing aldosterone, this medicine decreases fluid retention, which helps lower the volume of blood circulating through your body.

• Decreases cardiac workload: The combined effects of widened blood vessels and reduced blood volume decrease the strain on your heart, making it easier for your heart to pump blood.

• Protects kidney function: Lisinopril helps maintain blood flow to the kidneys and reduces protein loss in urine, which is particularly beneficial for patients with diabetes.

• Store Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15 at room temperature.

• Keep in the original container, protect from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

• Always keep this medicine out of reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.

• Reduce salt intake: Limiting sodium in your diet helps lower blood pressure, which supports the effectiveness of Zestril 2.5 MG Tablet 15 in managing hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart conditions.

• Stay hydrated but avoid dehydration: Drink adequate water throughout the day, especially in hot weather or during exercise, to prevent blood pressure drops that can occur when taking this medicine.