Lisinopril and edema
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Apr 25 2009
Q: I’ve experienced pitting edema for three months, without any symptoms other than the swelling. Could it be caused by a reaction to Lisinopril, which I replaced for Avalide?
A: Edema can be caused by Lisinopril. This is likely if the swelling began shortly after you started taking the drug. You should discuss this with your doctor.
Tags: Avalide, edema, Lisinopril, pitting edema, side effect, Taking BP MedsSensitivites to BP meds
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Mar 23 2009
Q: What combination of BP meds do you recommend for African-American women who are sensitive to BP meds, yet do not respond well to them? I had to stop Lisinopril because it made me cough, BP remained hign on HCTZ and Atenolol, Norvasc worked for a short time, also have pitting edema from my calves to my ankles.
A: Your drug sensitivities make you more difficult to treat. If you are not already seeing a physician who specializes in the treatment of high blood pressure, you should ask your doctor for a referral. Another consideration to help you obtain better control would be use of the RESPeRATE. It has no side effects and does not interact with any blood pressure drugs.
Tags: african american women, Atenolol, blood pressure drugs, hctz, Lisinopril, Norvasc, pitting edema, RESPeRATE, Taking BP Meds, treatment of high blood pressure
