Your healthcare provider can help you decide on the best option for you.
And if the first option does not work, you may also be able to change your medication.
These medicines lowerblood pressurethrough different ways in the body.
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What Is High Blood Pressure?
You and your provider can help decide the best course of action for you.
Consult your healthcare providers for personalized advice on managing drug interactions and adjusting treatment plans.
Keep all of your providers and your pharmacist up-to-date on your medication regimen for optimal safety.
Choosing Between Amlodipine and Lisinopril
There are many factors to consider when choosing between amlodipine and lisinopril.
Some of these include:
Effectiveness
Amlodipine provides better 24-hour blood pressure control.
The higher drop-out rate for lisinopril may be due to its common side effects, like a dry cough.
If you take brand-name medications like these, check the manufacturer’s website for coupons and discounts.
Many of these can be used along with insurance to lower your costs.
How to Take Them
Both medicines can be taken by mouth in tablet form or as liquids.
Liquids are ideal for people with trouble swallowing or using a feeding tube but may be more expensive.
In addition, both amlodipine and lisinopril are available in combination products, including other blood pressure medicines.
Depending on your other medical conditions, one of these combinations may be right for you.
Remember that it may take several tries to determine the best treatment plan for your high blood pressure.
The good news is that there are lots of treatment options available.
Other Treatments
Lifestyle changes are essential to lower blood pressure and are considered first-line therapy.
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