Pharmacology · single question
Which of the following is the most serious potential side effect associated with Lisinopril use?
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Correct answer: B. Hyperkalemia
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor. While dry cough and angioedema are very well known, among the listed options HYPERKALEMIA is the most serious. ACE inhibitors decrease aldosterone → decreased potassium excretion → hyperkalemia, which can cause fatal cardiac arrhythmias. Dizziness is common but not life-threatening. Skin rash is manageable. Muscle cramps are minor. Hyperkalemia is the most dangerous among these choices. B is correct.