Aliskiren and Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide interaction
Aliskiren and Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.
Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.
What the FDA labels say
From the Aliskiren label · effective 2022-12-30
Do not use with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) or angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) in patients with diabetes.
In general, avoid combined use of aliskiren with ACE inhibitors or ARBs, particularly in patients with creatinine clearance (CrCl) less than 60 mL/min [see Contraindications (4) , Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Studies (14.3) ] .
In general, avoid combined use of aliskiren with ACE inhibitors or ARBs, particularly in patients with CrCl less than 60 mL/min.
Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes, combination use with ARBs or ACEIs [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , and Clinical Studies (14.3) ] , NSAIDs, or potassium supplements or potassium sparing diuretics.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) including selective Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors (COX-2 inhibitors): In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or with compromised renal function, coadministration of NSAIDs, including selective COX-2 inhibitors with agents that affect the RAAS, including aliskiren, may result…
From the Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide (Zestoretic) label · effective 2025-03-31
Do not co-administer aliskiren with ZESTORETIC in patients with diabetes (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions ).
Do not co-administer aliskiren with ZESTORETIC in patients with diabetes.
Avoid use of aliskiren with ZESTORETIC in patients with renal impairment (GFR < 60 mL/min).
Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS) Dual blockade of the RAS with angiotensin receptor blockers, ACE inhibitors, or aliskiren is associated with increased risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and changes in renal function (including acute renal failure) compared to monotherapy.
When a diuretic is added to the therapy of a patient receiving lisinopril, an additional antihypertensive effect is usually observed (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ).
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