Tass
Well-known member
Hello all.
I've been dealing with the ACE inhibitor cough while on Lisinopril for several weeks now and it's getting worse. Doctor has suggested trying an ARB (?) Cozaar instead. Has anyone tried this one? I've read online that it, also can have a dry cough as a side effect.
I'm hoping to get a referral to a nephrologist for more information on the reason behind the kidney 'dys'function. I'd also like more info as to why these drugs are indicated since they are contraindicated for kidney disease. Most say they help with Type 2 diabetes/kidney failure patients, but I've never been diagnosed with any type of diabetes-like issues. Last blood test did not show any markers for an auto-immune disorder, but i'm still not convinced.
Tass
I've been dealing with the ACE inhibitor cough while on Lisinopril for several weeks now and it's getting worse. Doctor has suggested trying an ARB (?) Cozaar instead. Has anyone tried this one? I've read online that it, also can have a dry cough as a side effect.
I'm hoping to get a referral to a nephrologist for more information on the reason behind the kidney 'dys'function. I'd also like more info as to why these drugs are indicated since they are contraindicated for kidney disease. Most say they help with Type 2 diabetes/kidney failure patients, but I've never been diagnosed with any type of diabetes-like issues. Last blood test did not show any markers for an auto-immune disorder, but i'm still not convinced.
Tass