Drug interactions
Lisinopril + Reishi
Severity: Minor
Lisinopril and Reishi: 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
Reishi mushroom may have blood pressure lowering properties. With lisinopril the antihypertensive effect could be enhanced, although evidence is limited.
What this interaction means in plain words
Lisinopril and Reishi 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 effect; mechanism not well established.
What to do
Monitor blood pressure if reishi is used regularly with lisinopril.
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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Other interactions of Lisinopril
- Aliskiren + Lisinopril Contraindicated
- Lisinopril + Protein a column Contraindicated
- Lisinopril + Sacubitril / valsartan Contraindicated
- Lisinopril + Sacubitril-valsartan Contraindicated
- Amifostine + Lisinopril Major
- Amiloride + Lisinopril Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Lisinopril with Reishi?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Lisinopril and Reishi have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Reishi mushroom may have blood pressure lowering properties. With lisinopril the antihypertensive effect could be enhanced, although evidence is limited.
How serious is the interaction between Lisinopril and Reishi?
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 if reishi is used regularly with lisinopril.
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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