How To Stop Taking Lisinopril (Top voted first)

I have been taking Lisiniprol 10 mg 1 tab per day for the past 4 yrs and BP has been quite normal, so yes it does work. Like any other drug watch closely and see your doctor if you notice any harsh side effects. I would say for me yes I do get the cough on and off, dry tickle, cough, cough. It's annoying but I don't know if it's enough to stop taking it as it seems to be working well otherwise. I do however worry about the long term use (if it's OK) and if I were to stop I have read that it's not a good idea to stop cold turkey, any suggestions of how to stop, perhaps I should consult with Doctor?? P.S. I am over 50

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You shouldn't stop, without your doctor's approval, because while your blood pressure may be normal now, the medication may be the only thing holding it there.

If you do need to stop it, a slow taper is usually best.

The cough usually doesn't go away, once it starts and, in most cases, the person needs to be switched to a different medication, anyway. I had the same problem with Lisinopril.

The FDA lists other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

As to long-term use, there can be some risks, mainly kidney damage, so your doctor should be doing blood work one or twice a year to check.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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