Lisinopril User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Calif
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 20, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Been on lisinopril for 5 years. My 10 mg dose caused dry cough and numbness of fingers for a while, then I started having heart bounding mid-morning and feeling of exhaustion after a meal. I started 10 mg in the morning and 10 mg at night, and that seemed to have worked with side effects less severe. My doctor refused to give me 10 mg twice a day and insisted on 20 mg once a day. I still don't agree with him since it was working for me, so I followed his prescription. BP still high. They say half-life of medication is 12 hours, but it doesn't seem like it because at the end of 24 hrs, my BP is high. Another thing I noticed is most of the time when I get a new refill, the drug gives me trouble and BP is high. I think the different manufacturers produce a different drug. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. I get refills at Kaiser, who import the drugs from different countries based on price, as per the pharmacist at Kaiser."

• Jim
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 19, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I have been using Lisinopril 10 mg for 30 years. One doctor increased it to 20 mg and added HZT. I experienced stomach pain and dizziness if I bent over. I went to a new doctor and told him my symptoms. He switched me back to 10 mg and dropped the HZT. My symptoms went away, and my blood pressure stays in the 130/70 range. Sometimes it is a little higher and sometimes lower. I am 70 and have always been borderline but never in the danger zone. It works for me."

• Rreilly
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 16, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I have been using Lisinopril for several years starting at 5mg and currently at 10mg. I was being treated for marginal high blood pressure and have a family history of HBP. I am now 71 and had my physical 3 weeks ago, and my BP was 121/71. My blood tests are well within limits, and I have had no side effects. I have never smoked, exercise 3 to 4 times per week, average 2 to 3 drinks per day, and live a fairly normal life."

• Buckeye...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 12, 2014

For High Blood Pressure "I am a 57-year-old male with historically high blood pressure. I was averaging 140-150 over high 90s to low 100s. I have been on the medication for about 3 weeks, and my blood pressure is averaging 120s over 80s with no side effects at all. I hope this continues."

• Dont...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 15, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "Do not take this drug. It causes excess mucus and coughing to the point of vomiting. It also causes terrible stomach pain. I took this for over a year and kept blaming my increased sinus mucus on allergies, milk products, etc. The day I stopped the drug, my symptoms stopped as well. Really, doctors should never prescribe such a drug! It can also damage your liver and pancreas. Best to deal with your high blood pressure naturally than suffer the considerable side effects of the drugs that doctors prescribe. They get kickbacks and lobster dinners from the drug reps to push their medication. Never take any medication without first trying to alter your lifestyle and diet. See a holistic doctor first."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 18, 2012

For High Blood Pressure "After six months of taking lisinopril (5mg), I have gained weight, had hair loss, and have had constant fatigue. It has brought my blood pressure down to 120/70, but I'm tired of all the side effects! Not to mention the constant dry cough and soreness in my mouth."

• Hugh
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 7, 2024

For High Blood Pressure "For almost 20 years, my cardiologist has prescribed generic Lisinopril 10mg daily with good results. The pills were always round and colored either pink or white. Early in 2023, the pharmacy changed the refill with pink oblong pills that are stamped H146. The moment I started using this prescription, my blood pressure started creeping up, until after three refills, it was totally out of control. When I mentioned this to my cardiologist, he asked me to double the dose by taking it twice a day and monitor my blood pressure, but it did not work. On the next refill, I asked the cardiologist to send the prescription to a different pharmacy. This time, I received a white round pill marked 3972 on one side and a “V” on the other. Once I began taking this pill, my blood pressure went back to normal!"

• Anonymous
• January 23, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "42 years old, decent shape, exercise regularly, eat pretty well most of the time. Family history of high blood pressure. I waited nearly a year after the doctor prescribed lisinopril. Neighbor, 46, who was in great shape, had a massive heart attack and died while jogging. It scared me. I've been taking it for 3 days, and I feel so much better! I did not realize the side effects of high blood pressure. Coughing a little, but I'll take that all day long to avoid bigger problems."

• Diokan
• August 13, 2014

For High Blood Pressure "Started taking Lisinopril after 10 years of Valsartan for migraine prevention and high blood pressure. 10 mg once at night before bed. Works well for BP. Side Effects: A slightly higher tendency to cough/tickling in the throat. *Vivid dreams - No doubt about it - much more vivid and memorable dreams. *Migraines - I have been a migraine sufferer for much of my life. I didn't know that Lisinopril was used for migraine prevention until after being on it for well over a month and commenting to my wife that my migraines had suddenly stopped. That feature alone, aside from blood pressure reduction, would be worth taking this medicine."

• Flgra...
• March 12, 2020

For High Blood Pressure "Lisinopril is not for me. I began feeling pain in my back and legs on day 3. My BP actually went up, which is what it was supposed to be treating. Had a cough on day 4. Stopped on day 5. Two days later, I felt normal again."

• 1938m...
• December 18, 2008

For High Blood Pressure "This drug keeps my blood pressure under control but my nose either drips or is stuffy. It is very annoying. Also, I have experienced hair loss. My hair has gotten very thin since I have been on this medication."

• captk...
• January 20, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "Worked effectively to lower BP, but within a short time after starting the lisinopril, I developed the 'lisinopril cough,' an irritating syndrome that results in hacking cough day, night, and in my sleep. Discontinued this medication due to that (highly known) side effect."

• Damo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 17, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "I was on Cardizem since I was 15 years old. It was okay up until the last 2 years. I started having stomach problems. So my doctor switched me to Zestril (lisinopril) at the beginning of December. I have only been on it a couple of weeks, and it has lowered my BP. But the side effects are horrible. I cough constantly, itchy, chest pains. I already have joint problems, and it has made my joints a lot worse. I constantly feel nauseous now. I feel like I'm shivering all the time. My insomnia is horrible, anxiety is through the roof, I feel like I'm going to pass out, my vision gets blurry, depressed feeling. I honestly feel like this medicine has taken more from me than the high blood pressure."

• Kev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Recently diagnosed stage 1 (142/92) and was put on 10mg of lisinopril. After reading the many horror stories, I was hesitant to start taking it and was going to consult the doctor about alternatives before trying. In lieu of talking with the doctor about alternatives, I decided to take a few days off and start the 10mg dosage to see how it would make me feel. Day 1 and 2, I was a little foggy and had some fatigue but the BP results were seen within 1 hour of starting (120/70) and have been taking now for two weeks with no more side effects. Beyond now taking the drug and a few lifestyle changes, I am very happy with the results. Working towards getting off this stuff within 6 months with weight loss and life changes. 51/male."

• imnip...
• January 8, 2008

For High Blood Pressure "I have been taking it for over 1 year and have had no problems. My BP is normal (it was marginally high to begin). It is 10 mg daily, but I was unable to get Kaiser Permanente insurance when I relocated and started a new job in California."

• mcpep...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 20, 2012

For High Blood Pressure "I had a horrible experience. I have high blood pressure and I had been using atenolol for years. I lost my health coverage and had to go to a clinic and was prescribed Lisinopril. I took one dose and my heart started beating so fast and I had trouble sitting still. I became very anxious and nervous and my heart rate was crazy. I stopped taking it right away but it still took about 4 days to get out of my system. It was very scary."

• KCano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 28, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Been on this drug for 5 days now. Have had high blood pressure for several years, and it kept getting higher and higher. Doc started me on 10 mg when I was 178/100 at my last appointment. Within the first day of taking it, my BP has been just under 120/80. The very surprising thing is I have more energy from the first day I have taken this. I feel so much better. No side effects yet. No cough, was dizzy one time when I stood up, but it hasn't happened again. I hope this continues to be a lifesaver for me until I can drop about 50 pounds and hopefully get off it completely."

• littl...
• May 18, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "I have been on several BP meds, all giving me side effects. I was on lisinopril 10mg, but my BP was too high. They upped it to 20mg, but it's still high. I am having tons of side effects: nonstop headaches, lightheadedness, limb tingling, aching, swelling, left arm pain, feet pain, constant congestion, chest discomfort, back pain, and anxieties. I need to get them to change it before I have a stroke or heart attack."

• disli...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 25, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Developed a dry cough after a month on lisinopril, and it progressed for the next 2 months to the point I am vomiting as soon as I cough. No one mentioned to me to be aware of the side effect of the 'dry cough.' Now everyone I talk to knows someone that this has happened to."

• Sawin
• April 7, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "My doctor just put me on this stuff last week. The first afternoon I took it, I was just so spaced out and walking around in a fog. I hated it. I thought I would take it before bed, so the fog would at least be while I slept. WRONG! Took it around 10:00 PM, went to bed at about 11:30, fell asleep okay, THEN... woke up at 1:00 AM with a pounding heart and mild chest pain. Was awake until 5:00 AM, slept maybe an hour, then had to get up for my day. I didn't take it the next night and decided to take it the next day in the afternoon. Well, here I am, feeling like garbage and reading all the bad reviews. Not going to take any more of it. Thanks to all who shared."

• Seacr...
• April 22, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "This medication worked wonderfully for me, with no side effects initially. After 2 weeks, I ended up in the ER for severe vomiting and small bowel inflammation. A quick internet search turned up an article on lisinopril-induced inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. I stopped for one week, then restarted a 5 mg/day dose. Two weeks later, I had terrible upper GI/esophageal pain that resolved when I stopped the medication. My doctor seemed a bit skeptical that the medication was causing GI symptoms, but given the documented reports of these side effects, I stopped taking it and have not had a relapse of symptoms. I suspect some people are suffering painful symptoms without realizing they can be attributed to the medication."

• Mel
• September 8, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Female age 42 - was issued this for high blood pressure. I had 5mg taken for around 10 weeks, and it was the worst I have felt. After a night in the hospital with palpitations and irregular heartbeat, several doctor's appointments later, I was taken off this medicine as the doctor realized the side effects were making me ill! (Dry mouth, irregular heartbeat, palpitations, dizziness, and the most horrible cough, bloated tummy.) After 1 day of stopping, I feel better and cough is clearing, tummy better! I only wished I had researched this medicine before! Ditch it!"

• Jeff...
• February 21, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "Yes, this will lower your BP. It also makes me very tired, dizzy when bending over, and extremely exhausted when exerting energy. How am I supposed to improve my diastolic condition if I can even run for a mile without wanting to pass out? I hate this drug! How can someone function with a heart rate of 90/65? Seriously!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Been taking lisinopril for 5 months and been having a lot of bowel movements. Also, my arms, hands, and legs going numb. Blurred vision, back pain, and now sciatica for over a month. Had an MRI done, and it shows the fluid in between the discs is low, causing my back and left leg to be numb and in pain. Been in bed from this for a month now. I believe I am very dehydrated from the pill, so I am stopping it to see if I get better."

• Pete
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 16, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I've been taking Lisinopril for 4 years now. Went to get a tooth pulled one day. The dentist had his assistant take my blood pressure prior. It was 230/140. I got asked a bunch of questions, given meds, and sent to see a doctor. Started with 5 mg of Lisinopril. The following week, 5 mg of amlodipine was added. The following week, it went to 10 and 5. Eventually, it was at 20 mg Lisinopril and 10 mg amlodipine. I've been taking the 20 mg Lisinopril for over two years now. A year ago, my doctor took me off of the amlodipine. Since first starting meds, I've also lost 60 pounds (not because of the meds), but of my own fruition. I must say, aside from the initial 2 weeks of cough, my experience has been pretty good. I maintain a 119/70 bp and am actually thinking of asking my doctor to reduce my dose to 10 mg."