HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Erectile Dysfunction While On Lisinopril

default
Posted on Wed, 12 Apr 2017
Question: I have been takeing lisinopril /hctz and I was told it may be the cause of my ED also my weight gain is there a other alternatives that I can take
doctor
Answered by Dr. Rishu Saxena (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Switch over to amlodipine

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query,
As per your query.
Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and is a very safe drugs with very few side effects,It is tolerated well by patients most of the time.
You can ask your cardiologist to switch you to Amlodipine 5mg once daily doses.
Thanks
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Rishu Saxena

Cardiologist

Practicing since :2012

Answered : 696 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Suggest Treatment For Erectile Dysfunction While On Lisinopril

Brief Answer: Switch over to amlodipine Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for the query, As per your query. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and is a very safe drugs with very few side effects,It is tolerated well by patients most of the time. You can ask your cardiologist to switch you to Amlodipine 5mg once daily doses. Thanks