High fluctuating blood pressure with medication

Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Dec 03 2008

Q: My blood pressure fluctuates from very high to occasionally normal. I am currently taking Altace, Nifidepine and Avalide. One doctor wants me to add Linisoprel to these drugs. Another doctor says not to mix it with the other drugs. What should I do?

A: Use of Lisinopril with an ACE inhibitor like Altace is not usually recommended. However, your blood pressure needs to get under control. You might want to talk to your doctor about a trial of the RESPeRATE before another drug is added to your treatment plan.