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Zestril is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor which is a kind of blood pressure drug (cardiovascular drug).

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Brands

Prinivil • Lisoretic • Zetomax • Diace • Lisinozide • Lisozide • Lizro • Lysin • Sinopren • Zemax • Zeprosil

Generic Drug

Lisinopril

Side Effects

Common

Dizziness
Diarrhea
Cough
Abdominal pain
Fatigue
Headache
Low blood pressure

Serious

Low blood pressure

Treats

Heart failure
Condition
Heart attack
Condition
Congestive heart failure
Condition

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