More Detail on Lotensin Interactions
The following sections explain in detail the potentially serious interactions that can occur when Lotensin is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Diuretics
When taking Lotensin with a diuretic, your
blood pressure may decrease too much. This is more likely to occur when Lotensin is first started. It order to decrease the chances of this interaction, your healthcare provider may change the dosages of medicine, start you on a lower dose of Lotensin, and/or monitor you more closely.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Lotensin can interact with
NSAIDs in several ways. The combination could cause your blood pressure to increase or may cause swelling (edema), especially if you have
congestive heart failure (CHF). If you are elderly, have kidney disease or kidney failure, or are taking a diuretic ("water pill") or are dehydrated, taking NSAIDs and Lotensin together may cause kidney failure. Talk to your healthcare provider about this potential drug interaction before taking these medications together.
Potassium Supplements
If you are taking a potassium supplement and Lotensin, the levels of potassium in your blood may become too high. This can cause serious problems. For your particular situation, talk to your healthcare provider about using potassium and Lotensin together.
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
If you are taking both Lotensin and a potassium-sparing diuretic, your body may metabolize the drugs differently than intended and/or increase the levels of potassium in your blood. Your healthcare provider may choose to monitor your progress more closely.
Lithium (Eskalith, Lithane, Lithonate, Lithotabs)
If you are taking both Lotensin and
lithium, your body may metabolize the drugs differently than intended and increase the lithium levels in the blood. Your healthcare provider may choose to monitor your serum lithium levels more frequently.
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