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Compare Lisinopril (Zestril) and METOPROLOL (METOPROLOL TARTRATE) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Zestril, Prinivil · ACE Inhibitor
How it works
Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor, leading to decreased blood pressure and reduced al...
Approved for
METOPROLOL TARTRATE, Lopressor, Toprol-XL · Other
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Metoprolol is a beta 1 -selective (cardioselective) adrenergic receptor blocking agent. This preferential effect is not absolute, however, and at higher pl...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 30 Reddit discussions
Lisinopril
47%
positive
15 threads
METOPROLOL
33%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
15 Reddit threads analysed for Lisinopril
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
57 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
3 months after an initial 177/112 reading in the hospital and 168/109 reading at the doctors the next day. I have finally begun to hit below 120/80. Currently taking lisinopril 20mg and am hoping to be off it by September which is my next checkup. I swapped diets, went from never leaving the house t
Pretty much exactly two months after my hypertensive crisis that saw me in hospital. I'm very firmly in the normal range. Unfortunately, I've got a bit of kidney damage and my eyes had hemorrhages from undiagnosed diabetes along with this. Nothing that can't be managed. The 40mg lisinopril, 10 mg
I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone who might be in the same confusing situation I was in. I’m a **46 year old male,** fairly active, healthy weight, and generally careful with my lifestyle. About a year and a half ago, I started paying closer attention to my blood pressure, whi
First, thanks to this sub for all the helpful information I've been able to take from all your posts. Grateful for this resource and practical experience from you all. This is my first post here, but wanted to share my story in hopes it might calm someone down who is starting their process. In early
Morning BP much better, two weeks in starting Valsartan, used to take lisinoprill, now on arb, 72 years old.
When doc wanted to double my meds in May (Lisinopril 10mg to 20mg), I lost it. I thought I was on track to drop meds but didn’t have the nerve to check my own pressure at home due to anxiety about the numbers. Lost 10 lbs, eating like a vegetarian, quit booze, started walking and meditating. Grant
A month an a half ago it was 150/92. Lisinopril 10mg worked for me
Just wanted to share my story of getting my BP under control as motivation for all of us who struggle with it. I am 46 yo, fit and athletic individual (155lbs, distance runner, scuba diver) who had a reasonably good diet and mild alcohol use. During a regular health checkup, my BP was very high and
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
15 Reddit threads analysed for METOPROLOL
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
22 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I am currently taking amlodipine 2.5mg once a day and metoprolol 25mg twice a day. I just got this reading this morning. Can I stop taking amlodipine? Is this blood pressure low?
He wants to put me on 25mg metoprolol because I told him my BP is normal at home but always 160/100 in clinical settings. He said all these spikes over time add up and take a toll. Would it be worth taking? The elevated pulse was because I just got done running like 15-20 min ago.
Male , 26. So I had a bit of a shock yesterday. Went to the doctor for a regular check, they took my BP three times within a few minutes: 153/100 165/103 145/95 The doctor immediately prescribed me 25 mg metoprolol. But here’s the confusing part — at home I’ve been checking for the past 1.5 years, a
I have been working on my hypertension since 2019 when at a company health check my BP was 170/110. I am on metoprolol and htcz. I white coat quite badly but I'm working on that. Today at the office reading came in 115/70. Felt good to find the right doses.
I’ve had hypertension since my early 20’s and was initially prescribed lisinopril and later perindopril (both ace inhibitors) to control it. My numbers were usually “ok” with those meds, but unfortunately I developed the ace inhibitor cough and asked my doctors about alternatives. He originally pu
My last few doctors appts I’ve had high blood pressure and I chalked it up to white coat hypertension. And then it happened again so I opted to start tracking at home. Unfortunately it was high at home. I am overweight (I need to lose about 70lbs), but I’m only 32. I also have HORRIBLE anxiety abou
Quick background: For the last several years, I (33m, 6'2", 235 lbs) had been on different combinations of lisinopril (with and without HCTZ), amlodipine, and metoprolol and my pressure was generally in the 140 - 150 / 100 - 110 range. Couple months ago, I went to a new doctor (old doc moved away) a
**Okay, there absolutely has to be a link of anxiety caused by blood pressure medication** *Please put your thoughts in the comments, stories, experiences, and any information you know that could add to this* 20M || Zero Anxiety Prior || Currently Taking Amlodipine 5MG || Prozac 10MG For Anxiety S
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Lisinopril is a ACE Inhibitor, while METOPROLOL belongs to the Other class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles.
Lisinopril carries 2 FDA warnings. METOPROLOL carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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