I have taken Lisinopril since 2001 because of high blood pr. caus...

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Posted at 2: 0 PM on Dec 02, 2007 by agriffey, #25388

I have taken Lisinopril since 2001 because of high blood pr. caused by Mitral valve prolapse. From the beginning it made me a little sleepy when I drive to work in the morning. I take 20mm when I have breakfast when I get up. I now notice my hands hurt until I have worked for a while. I work 7 days a week as a mechanic due to low income. Whenever I get a small cut or scratch now I bleed like crazy. I do ballroom dancing once a week and my arms & chest hurt when I go too hard or run. I have always been short of breath since 10 years old. I'm 70 now. I would not be afraid to try it as it has helped me. Just pay attention to the affects it may have on you. When I stop taking it I get better but my BP goes up. It really doesn't bother me much. A friend takes it with no side affects.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Dec 02, 2007 by oldbrian, #3208

You sound like a real active guy. As a practicing mechanic and an active ballroom dancer at 70 -- you are to be envied. I have read that dancing is perhaps the very best possible activity to prevent dementia in later life. This is because it provides a rich coordinated combination of mental and physical stimulation with social interaction, music listening and a sense of mastery. Keep it up!

My lady life partner of 28 years also takes Lisinipril with good BP control, but we are researching its side effects. Thanks for your posting.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Jan 11, 2008 by laraber, #3999

Try taking it later in the afternoon or early evening. I started doing that and have been much more alert during the day.

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