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How Safe Is Taking Lisinopril From Cardizem?

I recently switched from Cardizem CD (300) to Lisinopril 40 MG due to my insurance company raising the rate for prescription 400% This was done by my doctor after I told him about the increase. Inhave been having BP readings in the n150/104 range consistently for two weeks. Is there a significant change in the two types of medication to cause this? My readings on Cardizem were usually in the 130/80 range.
Mon, 4 May 2015
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Hi,

Actually it is a little bit risky to switch abruptly from Cardizem to Lisinopril. The main side effect can be sudden increase in heart rate abd arrhythmias. Of course increase in blood pressure also can occur. As they are different they can act differently in individual patients despite the fact that both are given in high doses.
If you didn't have palpitations you may wait another week, if your blood pressure remains high, I would advise you to see your doctor to revise your treatment

Hope I could help you

Wishing you good health

In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask.

Regards
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How Safe Is Taking Lisinopril From Cardizem?

Hi, Actually it is a little bit risky to switch abruptly from Cardizem to Lisinopril. The main side effect can be sudden increase in heart rate abd arrhythmias. Of course increase in blood pressure also can occur. As they are different they can act differently in individual patients despite the fact that both are given in high doses. If you didn t have palpitations you may wait another week, if your blood pressure remains high, I would advise you to see your doctor to revise your treatment Hope I could help you Wishing you good health In case of further questions don t hesitate to ask. Regards