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Question: After a biopsy of the rash on my ankles and top of foot (also rash on wrist & others) ankles worst. Itchy, circular and getting worse. After a while it stays on my skin (veins mostly) with hard white top or brown....... My dermatologist said that my results show that I am allergic to one of my med's.
HOW SHOULD I PROCEED WITH MY CONVERSATION WITH MY PRESCRIBER. WHICH MEDICATION DO YOU FEEL COULD BE CAUSING MY SKIN PROBLEMS (2-3 YRS) THIS LAST YEAR IS THE WORST.
Novolog Insulin (pump)
Lisinipril (40mg)
Amlodipine Besy. (2.5)
Sertraline (50mg)
Nasonex
Inhaler (1x at night)
Bystolic (10mg)
Benedryl or some type of allergy med everyday for stuffy nose, etc.
HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM WITH ANYONE ELSE?
Ann
HOW SHOULD I PROCEED WITH MY CONVERSATION WITH MY PRESCRIBER. WHICH MEDICATION DO YOU FEEL COULD BE CAUSING MY SKIN PROBLEMS (2-3 YRS) THIS LAST YEAR IS THE WORST.
Novolog Insulin (pump)
Lisinipril (40mg)
Amlodipine Besy. (2.5)
Sertraline (50mg)
Nasonex
Inhaler (1x at night)
Bystolic (10mg)
Benedryl or some type of allergy med everyday for stuffy nose, etc.
HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM WITH ANYONE ELSE?
Ann
Brief Answer:
Possible Lisinopril rash.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Madam.
I understand your concern.
I have gone through your query and attached images in detail.
This rash is probably might have resulted from the use of Lisinopril.
A much less common side effect(seen in 1-2%of individuals) of this medication is a rash.
This can usually be treated symptomatically with topical creams of steroids(hydrocortisone) and antihistamines to reduce itching.Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to you.
Yes, I have seen this rash in few patients of mine receiving lisinopril.
You probably seem to have a chronic form of this adverse drug reaction.
Following measures can help you to get rid of this rash.
It is best to avoid exposing a lisinopril rash to strong sunlight, as ultraviolet (UV) rays can act as an irritant and may cause the rash to get worse.
Keep the rash covered when going outside to protect it from the sun.
Avoid scratching the affected area, as a lisinopril rash could become infected if the skin is damaged by too much scratching.
If it is difficult to stop scratching, keeping the fingernails cut very short can help minimize the damage done to the skin.
When washing, only mild soap should be used when a lisinopril rash is present. Harsh soaps may dry the skin and cause the rash to become increasingly itchy with dry, flaking skin.
A bath with oatmeal in it may help to soothe the most troublesome aspects of the rash.
If it continues to be bothersome, spreads or shows signs of becoming inflamed or infected, the only treatment for it may be to stop taking lisinopril.
Once the medication is stopped, the rash will generally begin to shrink and will usually disappear within a few weeks.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Possible Lisinopril rash.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Madam.
I understand your concern.
I have gone through your query and attached images in detail.
This rash is probably might have resulted from the use of Lisinopril.
A much less common side effect(seen in 1-2%of individuals) of this medication is a rash.
This can usually be treated symptomatically with topical creams of steroids(hydrocortisone) and antihistamines to reduce itching.Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to you.
Yes, I have seen this rash in few patients of mine receiving lisinopril.
You probably seem to have a chronic form of this adverse drug reaction.
Following measures can help you to get rid of this rash.
It is best to avoid exposing a lisinopril rash to strong sunlight, as ultraviolet (UV) rays can act as an irritant and may cause the rash to get worse.
Keep the rash covered when going outside to protect it from the sun.
Avoid scratching the affected area, as a lisinopril rash could become infected if the skin is damaged by too much scratching.
If it is difficult to stop scratching, keeping the fingernails cut very short can help minimize the damage done to the skin.
When washing, only mild soap should be used when a lisinopril rash is present. Harsh soaps may dry the skin and cause the rash to become increasingly itchy with dry, flaking skin.
A bath with oatmeal in it may help to soothe the most troublesome aspects of the rash.
If it continues to be bothersome, spreads or shows signs of becoming inflamed or infected, the only treatment for it may be to stop taking lisinopril.
Once the medication is stopped, the rash will generally begin to shrink and will usually disappear within a few weeks.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
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