i take lisinopril for high blood pressure and ibuprofen for arthritis. is this combo safe?

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Is taking lisinopril for high blood pressure ok to take with ibuprofen for arthritis?

Answer 1

No: Not a wise combination. Can decrease the efficacy of Lisinopril and increase the incidence of kidney toxicity.

Answer 2

In moderation: Lisinopril is a good BP medication. Ibuprofen is a good analgesic and anti imflammatory medication, but has side effects and should be used in moderation. It can retain fluid, raise the blood pressure and irriate the stomach.

Answer 3

Take with food: Do not take the medicine on an empty stomach and it sometimes is helpful to take medicines such as antacids that are used to treat gastritis. Many people can take Plavix (clopidogrel) without problems. Some of the medications can interfere with the action of the Plavix (clopidogrel) so consult your physician.

Answer 4

Acid inhibitors: Plavix, (clopidogrel) especially when taken with Aspirin as it often is, can cause stomach bleeding. If this is a risk, you can lessen it by taking a strong acid suppressor such as omeprazole. While there has been controversy about interactions between these drugs and plavix, (clopidogrel) the best evidence says that it is more of a theoretical than real problem.

Answer 5

Yes: Oxycodone is a powerful opioid, and it can be mixed with and NSAID (anti-inflammatory). One should be cautious with use nsaids on a long term basis irrespective of mixing them with other medications. Some heart patients should not nsaids at all. The physician can make the decision on case by case basis.

Answer 6

Safety: Yes it is ok. But remember always consult with the prescribing physician.

Answer 7

Aspirin: My personal opinion is aspirin. Still have to worry about stomach upset and ulcers. Getting positive cardiac effects plus pain relief.

Answer 8

Both are antiinflamm: Both are anti-inflammatory and there are better ways to reduce systemic inflammation. Start w/ your food - follow anti-inflammatory diet (low in refined foods, sugar, etc, high in veggies & fruits). Add omega-3 fatty acids. Anti-inflammatory herbs include turmeric, ginger, rosemary. Combo product is zyflamend. Stress reduction also lowers inflammation. All take time & improve health overall.

Answer 9

Not likely: Sorry, but if the blood test is negative, it is highly unlikely, unless you are the victim of a mix-up at the lab, that you are pregnant. It sounds like all of the tests have agreed that you are not pregnant, so a lab mistake even more unlikely. You should find out why you are having lower abdominal pain and nausea as some causes can be serious. Please go to your doctor and get this looked into.

Answer 10

Unlikely: With both a negative urine and blood pregnancy test, a very early pregnancy is still possible. But the bigger concern is: why are you having these symptoms? You need to be examined again (i assume you were seen at the time the blood test was done) to evaluate for worrisome causes of the left lower abdominal pain, including ovarian torsion and diverticulitis.

Answer 11

Hormonal Rx: The original research for hormonal preparations was an effort to find something that would control the pain & cramping associated with menses. As the research progressed & they found it helpful, they also found ladies weren't getting pregnant. So bcp's become more popular for their side effect than their original use. Ocp/bcp's can help. Discuss with your dr.

Answer 12

Alternatives: You will have better luck controlling your cramps if you address the underlying hormone imbalance that is causing them. Ask your doctor to check your estrogen and Progesterone levels on day 18-21 of your menstrual cycle. You can take herbs to adjust your levels accordingly.

Answer 13

Try ponstel (mefenamic acid): Would also consider an ssri as a preventative eg sarafem from ovulation until the end of menses. She also may consider talking to her gyn about trying a birth control product such as Depo-Provera inj. Diamox and topamax (topiramate) may be of value because of carbonic anhydrase inhibition and diuretic activity. Have had success at times with etradiol. Finally giving frova starting 1-2days prior to and thru menses.

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