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Question: Lisinopril caused angioedema after 10 years of taking it. BP about 150. any suggestion for new RX? I already lost 30 pounds this last year by taking Metformin for insulin resistance. White female, 73.
Brief Answer:
Norvasc is a good choice
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for the query.
This is not unusual for ACEI and ARB group of medicines.
If you are comfortable with Norvasc, it can be taken on a regular basis to control your blood pressure. You may develop of a little edema around the ankles. Don't worry about it, it is a well recognized and innocuous side effect.
There is no interaction with Metformin.
Do get back to me if you have more queries.
Norvasc is a good choice
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for the query.
This is not unusual for ACEI and ARB group of medicines.
If you are comfortable with Norvasc, it can be taken on a regular basis to control your blood pressure. You may develop of a little edema around the ankles. Don't worry about it, it is a well recognized and innocuous side effect.
There is no interaction with Metformin.
Do get back to me if you have more queries.
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