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Is it common for diabetics to be prescribed lisinopril that don't have high blood pressure? (too protect your kidney)
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yes: This is a recommended practice for diabetics to be on this class of medication. It protects the eyes and the kidneys.
Answered 10/21/2013
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It is a good idea: Lisinopril is an ace-inhibitor which is proven to be protective against kidney damage in many conditions of chronic kidney disease. This is in addition to and separate from its use as an anti hypertensive.
Answered 10/2/2017
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