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Compare Capoten vs. Zestril

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Captopril
Lisinopril (Zestril)
Captopril
Lisinopril (Zestril)
Summary of Capoten vs. Zestril
Summary for ACE inhibitor
Prescription only
Captopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It's used in adults to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and to prevent the worsening of kidney problems in people who have diabetes. Captopril is available as a tablet that's taken by mouth two to three times per day. Your healthcare team will help determine your dose based on different factors, such as how high your blood pressure is and what other medications you're taking. Side effects include a dry cough, changes in taste, and dizziness. Brand name Capoten has been discontinued; captopril is only available as a generic medication.
Summary for ACE inhibitor
Prescription only
Lisinopril (Zestril) is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor that's a first-choice medication used for lowering blood pressure. It's also approved to treat symptoms of heart failure and also to lower the risk of death after a heart attack. Lisinopril (Zestril) is a tablet that's taken by mouth, typically once daily. It's also available as an oral solution. Some common side effects of this medication include cough, dizziness, and headache.
Indications of Capoten vs. Zestril
Indications for

•High blood pressure

•Heart failure (in combination with other medications)

•Improve survival after heart attack in people who have heart failure

•Prevent worsening kidney problems in people who have diabetes (diabetic nephropathy)

Indications for

•High blood pressure

•Heart failure

•Lower the risk for death after a heart attack
Pros and Cons of Capoten vs. Zestril
Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
Pros

•A first-choice medication for lowering blood pressure for many people

•Taken by mouth

•Available as a lower-cost generic

Cons

•Taken two to three times per day

•Need to take on an empty stomach, 1 hour before meals

•Can't take during pregnancy

Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
Pros

•A first-choice blood pressure medication

•Taken by mouth once per day

•Can be taken by children as young as 6 years old for treatment of high blood pressure

•Available as a liquid (Qbrelis), good option for people who've difficulty swallowing tablets

Cons

•More likely to cause a dry cough, compared to ARBs

•Can't be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding

•Might not work as well for lowering high blood pressure in black people
Common Side Effects of Capoten vs. Zestril
Common Side Effects for

•Skin rash (up to 7%)

•Changes in taste (up to 4%)

•Dry cough (up to 2%)

•Itching (2%)

Common Side Effects for

•Dizziness (up to 19%)

•Low blood pressure (7-11%)

•Higher creatinine levels (7-10%)

•Headache (6%)
Warnings of Capoten vs. Zestril
Common Side Effects for

•Not safe during pregnancy

•Angioedema (swelling) and serious allergic reactions

•Risk of infection (lower white blood cell count)

•Low blood pressure

•Worsening kidney problems

•High potassium levels

•Risk of liver problems

Common Side Effects for

•Not for use during pregnancy

•Angioedema (swelling)

•Low blood pressure

•Worsening kidney problems

•Heart problems due to high potassium

•Liver problems
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Compare Capoten vs. Zestril

Summary of Capoten vs. Zestril

Indications of Capoten vs. Zestril

Pros and Cons of Capoten vs. Zestril

Common Side Effects of Capoten vs. Zestril

Warnings of Capoten vs. Zestril

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