Replies To: Could it be an alergic reaction?

Sue12 says

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:16:30 -0800

I was on Lisinopril for 6 weeks, then developed an angioedema and ended up in ER. Had prednisolone for 6 weeks and had hives for a few months, would like to know if I can take Benicar as an alternative.

Kevin says

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:05:10 -0800

Same reaction. Thumb pain and rash. Now I have been breaking out in Hives. Doc took me off the Lisinopril almoust 3 weeks ago. Still on Predisone for the hives.

paula says

Mon, 12 May 2008 19:32:44 -0800

I have been on this drug for about 3 months and I too have pain in my thumbs...it seems crazy to me...why would it only affect your thumbs?

tommy says

Sat, 5 Apr 2008 14:34:57 -0800

I have also notice thumb pain. I thought it was just arthritis, but it was unusual to only affect the thumbs

Verwon says

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 10:53:45 -0800

These types of things are listed under the serious side effects, so you should talk to your doctor about them.

Here's the monograph with the information:

http://www.prescriptiondrug-info.com/prescription_drug_info.asp?Drug=Lisinopril&Page=1001150

This is not a normal reaction, my husband has been taking this for several years without problems.

Valerie says

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 16:46:18 -0800

I have severe pain in both thumbs only. Also terrible itching of scalp.I live in Fl but never made a connection with the sun. Bought Benadryl today and itching stopped immediately. Will D/C the med and look for herbal rememdy...or give up ice cream!!

william omlor says

Tue, 30 May 2006 11:33:00 -0800

I am having problems with a rash and a large dark spot on my legs. also tingling and burning in my fingers. It looks almost like shingles. I have a hard time isolating cerrtain meds because I take 17 different drugs daily. Thank You

julie says

Thu, 18 May 2006 20:26:09 -0800

When I started taking this medication, the pharmacist said that I should avoid natural or artificial sunlight. It has some type of reaction???