Drug interactions
Cornsilk + Lisinopril
Severity: Minor
Cornsilk and Lisinopril: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Cornsilk has diuretic properties and potential hypotensive and potassium-related effects. Combined with lisinopril it could enhance blood pressure lowering or alter potassium balance, though evidence is limited.
What this interaction means in plain words
Cornsilk and Lisinopril have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Possible additive hypotensive and diuretic effects; not well established.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure and serum potassium if cornsilk is used regularly.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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- Lisinopril + Sacubitril / valsartan Contraindicated
- Lisinopril + Sacubitril-valsartan Contraindicated
- Amifostine + Lisinopril Major
- Amiloride + Lisinopril Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Cornsilk with Lisinopril?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Cornsilk and Lisinopril have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Cornsilk has diuretic properties and potential hypotensive and potassium-related effects. Combined with lisinopril it could enhance blood pressure lowering or alter potassium balance, though evidence is limited.
How serious is the interaction between Cornsilk and Lisinopril?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor blood pressure and serum potassium if cornsilk is used regularly.
What other medicines interact with Lisinopril?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Lisinopril with, for example, Aliskiren, Protein a column, Sacubitril / valsartan. The full list is on the Lisinopril page.
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