Drug interactions
Lanthanum carbonate + Lisinopril
Severity: Minor
Lanthanum carbonate 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
Lanthanum is a cation phosphate binder that may bind some drugs in the gut. Lisinopril is not strongly chelated, so any reduction in absorption is likely small, though a precautionary separation is sometimes advised.
What this interaction means in plain words
Lanthanum carbonate 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.
Lanthanum carbonate belongs to Miscellaneous; Lisinopril belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Possible binding of the drug by lanthanum in the gastrointestinal tract, reducing absorption.
What to do
Take lisinopril at least 2 hours before or after lanthanum, and monitor blood pressure.
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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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Lanthanum carbonate with Lisinopril?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Lanthanum carbonate 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. Lanthanum is a cation phosphate binder that may bind some drugs in the gut. Lisinopril is not strongly chelated, so any reduction in absorption is likely small, though a precautionary separation is sometimes advised.
How serious is the interaction between Lanthanum carbonate 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: Take lisinopril at least 2 hours before or after lanthanum, and monitor blood pressure.
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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