Lisitec Information

Lisitec is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Lisitec have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Lisitec is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lisitec can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lisitec normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Lisitec has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lisitec related warnings talks about Lisitec's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lisitec is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lisitec have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Lisitec with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lisitec, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lisitec Benefits & Uses
Lisitec Dosage & How to Take
Lisitec Side Effects
Lisitec Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lisitec with Other Drugs
Lisitec Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lisitec
Lisitec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lisitec Benefits & Uses

Lisitec is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Lisitec Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.07 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for 6 years and older children

Lisitec Related Warnings

Is the use of Lisitec safe for pregnant women?

Lisitec shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lisitec safe during breastfeeding?

Lisitec may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lisitec on the Kidneys?

Lisitec may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lisitec on the Liver?

Lisitec may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lisitec on the Heart?

Lisitec has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lisitec with Other Drugs

Lisitec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Olmesartan,Amlodipine

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Codeine

Diclofenac

Lisitec Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lisitec unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lisitec

Is this Lisitec habit forming or addictive?

Lisitec is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lisitec. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lisitec should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lisitec for mental disorders.

No

Lisitec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lisitec

Some foods when eaten with Lisitec can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lisitec

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lisitec.

Unknown