Hello,
It's not safe to take these medications together.
Lisinopril (ACE-inhibitor) and Valsartan (
angiotensin receptor blocker) are commonly prescribed alone to treat high BP and
heart failure.
Taking Valsartan together with Lisinopril may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called
hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).
In its severe form, hyperkalemia can lead to kidney failure, muscle paralysis, irregular heart rhythm, and
cardiac arrest. You may be more likely to develop hyperkalemia while taking these medications if you are elderly, dehydrated, or have kidney disease, diabetes, or advanced heart failure.
Therefore, in view of the above, for the effective control of BP, Lisinopril or Valsartan should not be taken together, instead of another drug like
Hydrochlorothiazide may be added to either of these medications to control the BP.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali