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Is Lisinopril Intake Essential After Having Suffered Transient Ischemic Attack?
My husband had a Tia last week. He is diabetic, takes metformin, glizide. He is in good physical condition and is 71 yrs old. He spent two days in the hospital and several tests were run.. They were ct scan, MRI, carotid artery scan, and echocardiogram. All came back negative. Only changes made when he was released was to increase baby Asa to 325 mg daily. Had a follow up appt today and the NP wanted to put him on lisinpril 2.5 mg daily. Questioning if this is necessary as his B/P has always been good and his hear rate is excellent. What do you think?
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Hi,
Lisinopril is often part of the management plan following a TIA. The aim is for a target blood pressure of 130/80. I would suggest you further discuss this with your doctor to clarify the reason for starting it.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
Lisinopril is often part of the management plan following a TIA. The aim is for a target blood pressure of 130/80. I would suggest you further discuss this with your doctor to clarify the reason for starting it.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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