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PRINIVIL ® Tablets
PRINIVIL ® is the brandname of Merck Frosst Canada & Co. for the substance -lisinopril, available only on prescription from your physician. Lisinopril is one of a class of medicines known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. They are usually prescribed to reduce high blood pressure. When blood pressure is high, the workload of the heart and arteries increases so that over time, these organs may not function as they should. As a consequence, this could lead to the damage of the "vital organs": brain -heart -kidneys, resulting in stroke, heart failure, heart attack, blood vessel disease or kidney disease. Text Continues Below
PRINIVIL ® may also be used to treat patients with heart failure. This is a condition where the heart cannot pump adequate amounts of blood to satisfy the needs of the body. Remember -This medicine is prescribed for the particular condition that you have. Do not give this medicine to other people, nor use it for any other condition. Do not use outdated medicine. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children. Read the following information carefully. If you need any explanations, or further information, ask your physician or pharmacist. BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICINE This medicine may not be suitable for certain people. So, tell your physician if you think any of the following applies to you: ° You have previously taken lisinopril or other medication of the same type -angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors with the names usually ending with 'pril' such as lisinopril, enalapril, captopril, etc., and you were allergic or reacted badly to it, particularly if you experienced swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or had sudden difficulty breathing or swallowing. You should not take PRINIVIL ® if you have had these types of reactions without a known cause or if you have been diagnosed with hereditary or idiopathic angioedema. Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next >>
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