Lisinopril and Minoxidil
Supplement–drug interaction evidence from the TruthStack database.
| Severity | HIGH |
|---|---|
| Evidence Tier | Moderate |
| Interaction Type | PHARMACODYNAMIC RISK |
| Mechanism | PHARMACODYNAMIC |
| Last Reviewed | 2026-02-24 |
Summary
Oral minoxidil is a potent vasodilator. Combined with ACE inhibitors, additive hypotension risk is significant. Even topical minoxidil has systemic absorption. Monitor blood pressure.
CYP Enzyme Profiles
Published CYP enzyme data for compounds in this interaction:
Lisinopril: CYP3A4 substrate (weak)
Shared Pharmacodynamic Endpoints
Both compounds influence the same physiological endpoints in the same direction:
| Endpoint | Direction | Lisinopril | Minoxidil |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLOOD PRESSURE | DECREASE | STRONG | STRONG |
Cumulative effect on shared endpoints may exceed individual compound profiles. This is relevant to discussion with a prescribing clinician.
API Reference
GET https://api.truthstack.co/v1/check?c1=Lisinopril&c2=Minoxidil
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