Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Is It Possible For Lethargy To Be A Side Effect Of Lisinopril?
Question: Is it possible for lethargy to be a side effect of 10 mg of Lisinopril? I am a 67 year old male with marginally high BP of typically 135 / 80. Other current meds:
1. Pramipexole, 3mg/day, 1 in theAM, 2 at night - For chronic Restless Leg Syndrome.
2. Tamsulosin, 0.4mg/day - For post kidney stone oblation.
3. Bupropion HCL, 100mg/day, 1 in the mornimg, 1 at night.
4. Lisinopril, 10mg/day, 1 in the morning.
5. Oxycodone-Acetominaphin, 5-325, 2x/day, 2 at night - For chronic, acute shoulder pain. Currently scheduled for full shoulder replacement.
1. Pramipexole, 3mg/day, 1 in theAM, 2 at night - For chronic Restless Leg Syndrome.
2. Tamsulosin, 0.4mg/day - For post kidney stone oblation.
3. Bupropion HCL, 100mg/day, 1 in the mornimg, 1 at night.
4. Lisinopril, 10mg/day, 1 in the morning.
5. Oxycodone-Acetominaphin, 5-325, 2x/day, 2 at night - For chronic, acute shoulder pain. Currently scheduled for full shoulder replacement.
Brief Answer:
Lethargy can be a side effect of Lisinopril
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir,
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Lethargy can be a side effect of Lisinopril. It is reported in 3% individuals taking Lisinopril.
In most individuals, this side effect subsides with time.
I've gone through the list of your other medications also. Please note that the rest of your medications are usually devoid of this adverse effect.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
Lethargy can be a side effect of Lisinopril
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir,
I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail
Lethargy can be a side effect of Lisinopril. It is reported in 3% individuals taking Lisinopril.
In most individuals, this side effect subsides with time.
I've gone through the list of your other medications also. Please note that the rest of your medications are usually devoid of this adverse effect.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Good Morning Doctor,
Just a quick follow-up if I may. Any suggestions as to an alternative BP med for which lethargy is not a side effect? I will contact my Internest this week and have this same discussion. Thank You for your thoughts, they are appreciated.
Just a quick follow-up if I may. Any suggestions as to an alternative BP med for which lethargy is not a side effect? I will contact my Internest this week and have this same discussion. Thank You for your thoughts, they are appreciated.
Brief Answer:
Metoprolol can be a suitable alternative
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern
Metoprolol, sustained release preparation can be a suitable alternative in your case.
Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe this medication to improve your symptoms.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
Metoprolol can be a suitable alternative
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern
Metoprolol, sustained release preparation can be a suitable alternative in your case.
Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe this medication to improve your symptoms.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
