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Is Amlodipine An Effective Alternative To Lisinopril?
Question: my son forgot to bring his lisinopril , I have amlodiprine and isosorbid. Can he take one of those today. all pharmacies are closed for the holiday. I know it's not recommended, but this is an emergency. What else would be comparable?
Brief Answer:
Of the two, amlodipine 5 mg should be okay
Detailed Answer:
Hello ,
As you are well aware that all the three mentioned medications are of different class .
However Lisinopril has a potent anti-hypertensive action which is replicated by amlodipine.
Isosorbid doesn't fall in the same group and cannot be used for any hypertensive effect .
Also amlodipine should just work fine for a day and you need not panic and stress yourself to get Lisinopril.
However going back to previously prescribed regime at the earliest is best .
Do let me know if any clarification is needed and I would be happy to help .
Do rate for others reference
Regards Dr. Mody
Of the two, amlodipine 5 mg should be okay
Detailed Answer:
Hello ,
As you are well aware that all the three mentioned medications are of different class .
However Lisinopril has a potent anti-hypertensive action which is replicated by amlodipine.
Isosorbid doesn't fall in the same group and cannot be used for any hypertensive effect .
Also amlodipine should just work fine for a day and you need not panic and stress yourself to get Lisinopril.
However going back to previously prescribed regime at the earliest is best .
Do let me know if any clarification is needed and I would be happy to help .
Do rate for others reference
Regards Dr. Mody
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