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Is it okay to give my dog lisinopril instead of enalapril for a dose?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | 20 lbs

Can I substitute Lisinopril for enalapril for 1 dose? Web says yes but would like an expert to advise

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Answered By Dr. Andrea

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2018

I would not recommend that you change out meds without direct supervision by your vet. Dosing is not the same between these two drugs and it depends a lot on what condition we are treating here. Lisinopril is not as commonly used in dogs. If you are out of meds and cannot refill until tomorrow, it would be better to skip a dose then to change meds suddenly (although certainly skipping meds is not advised if you can avoid it).

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