What should I know about Lisinopril?
Lisinopril is a drug that controls blood pressure and has been shown to decrease the protein in the urine. The dose of lisinopril you will take is based on your weight and blood pressure. Side effects of lisinopril may include: headache, dizziness, and cough. Rarely, a condition known as angio-edema has occurred. This causes swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and the larynx (voice box) such that difficulty in breathing may develop. Without treatment, this side effect can lead to death. If lisinopril does not control your blood pressure or if you have side effects, other drugs are prescribed. Pregnancy and birth control during the study: The medications being used in this study should not be used in pregnant women. Effective contraception must be used before beginning therapy and during therapy. In this study, contraception will be continued until the patient is off lisinopril at the 78-week visit (Visit 15).
