Levothyroxine

Levothyroxine is a prescription medication used to treat underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) and other thyroid problems. Levothroxine is a synthetic thyroid hormone, which replaces the body's reduced levels of natural thyroid hormone.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once in the morning on an empty stomach, with a glass of water.

Common side effects of levothyroxine include tremors, change in appetite, and irregular heartbeats.

 

Lisinopril

Lisinopril is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, which relax blood vessels to lower blood pressure and make the heart pump more efficiently.

This medication comes in tablet and solution form and is usually taken once a day, with or without food.
 
Common side effects of lisinopril include cough, headache, and nausea. This medication can cause dizziness. Do not drive or...

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