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I just started to take lisinopril 20 mg tablet once a day along with hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablet once a day. How long before my blood pressure goes down and the swelling my ankles go down .my body also feels as if I have the flu. A buzzy feeling.
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Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. The first effects of lisinopril can be noticed within one hour, but the medication can take up to six hours to reach maximum efficacy. Since when r you taking these medicines. Oedema will take some time to go. Sleep with leg raised above your heart level. It will help in swelling hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/"water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) For flu problem consult online.
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