Lisinopril - can I drink Gatorade or Powerade while I am on Lisinpril?
Question posted by Sledgehammerxxx001 on 13 Jan 2012
Last updated on 13 January 2012 by Rajive Goel
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You could drink any soft drink as long as the sodium contents are low, speaking to a doc for reconfirmation would be a good idea.
Salt (Sodium) is generally contraindicated with ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin-converting enzyme. The medication helps block this enzyme, which is normally part of a reaction in the body that causes the blood vessels to narrow (constrict). By blocking this enzyme, it causes blood vessels to relax, which can lower blood pressure.
Take care, best wishes!
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