New to High BP - Lisinopril - High & Low Blood Pressure Message Board

bpnewby · 06-21-2006, 08:33 PM

Just curious on what type of interactions Lisinopril has with the following:

Caffeine
Alcohol
Ibuprofen

As a otherwise normal 36 year old, these three things are a part of my lifestyle. Any comments?

TIA

l_reyna_1 · 06-21-2006, 10:33 PM

Caffeine May Raise Your Bp For One ...alcohol Must Be Limited To One To Two Drinks Once In A While As Alcohol Also Raises Bp...as For Ibuprofen I Suggest You Go To Your Yahoo Engine And Check Under Lisinopril Food And Drug Interactions......i Know For One Grapefruit Is A No-no.......lorena
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Lenin · 06-22-2006, 07:31 AM

newby,

I wouldn't expect any interactions with alcohol, coffee, or ibuprophen.

l_reyna_1 · 06-22-2006, 10:51 AM

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Lisinopril
(lye SIH no pril)
Prinivil, Zestril

What is the most important information I should know about lisinopril?
• Do not take lisinopril if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, lisinopril can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus. Notify your doctor immediately if you think you might be pregnant.
• Lisinopril may increase the risk of dangerous allergic reactions. Before taking lisinopril, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction that involved swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat or difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms while taking lisinopril.
• Heavy sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, or other causes of fluid loss may lead to very low blood pressure, dizziness, and fainting during therapy with lisinopril. Maintain proper fluid intake to prevent dehydration and related side effects.

What is lisinopril?
• Lisinopril is in a class of drugs called angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.
• Lisinopril is used to lower blood pressure, to treat congestive heart failure, and to improve the survival rate after a heart attack.
• Lisinopril may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Who should not take lisinopril?
• Lisinopril may increase the risk of dangerous allergic reactions. Before taking lisinopril, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction that involved swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat or difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms while taking lisinopril.
• Before taking lisinopril, tell your doctor if you
· have kidney disease;
· are on a salt-restricted diet or have high levels of potassium in your blood;
· are taking salt substitutes, potassium supplements (e.g., K-Dur, Klor-Con), or potassium-sparing diuretics such as amiloride (Midamor), triamterene (Dyrenium, Dyazide, Maxzide), or spironolactone (Aldactone); or
· have diabetes.
• You may not be able to take lisinopril, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
• Lisinopril is in the FDA pregnancy category D. This means that lisinopril is known to harm an unborn baby. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, lisinopril can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus.Do not take lisinopril if you are pregnant.
• It is not known whether lisinopril passes into breast milk, and its effects on a nursing baby are not known. Do not take lisinopril without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take lisinopril?
• Take lisinopril exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water.
• Lisinopril can be taken with or without food.
• Do not stop taking lisinopril without first talking to your doctor. If you stop taking this medication suddenly, your condition could become worse.
• Store lisinopril at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention.
• Symptoms of a lisinopril overdose include extreme dizziness, weakness, fainting, and fatigue.

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What should I avoid while taking lisinopril?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Lisinopril may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities and notify your doctor. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking lisinopril. Alcohol may further lower blood pressure and increase drowsiness and dizziness when you are taking lisinopril.
• Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking lisinopril except under the supervision of your doctor.

syxx_35 · 06-22-2006, 12:05 PM

One of my assitants is on this drug, and he has NO problems. He is 59 years old and takes this along with a waterpill. He drinks like 3 nights a week, and not 1 or 2 glasses. He drinks like 7 to 8 screwdrivers each time he drinks. He has had no issues and his BP has stayed down all this time since he started the meds.