ACE Inhibitors Adverse Effects and Misc.

Question 1

What is the main side effect of ACE?

Answer 1

Persistent, Dry Cough

Question 2

Is Hyperkalemia a side effect of ACE?

Answer 2

Yes (Increased Potassium (K) Levels)

Question 3

Reduced risk of renal failure?

Answer 3

False, Increased.

Question 4

Can you suffer from Hypotension after taking ACE?

Answer 4

Yes, especially after first dose. SIGNIFICANT RISK!

Question 5

Increased risk of arrhythmia?

Answer 5

Yes, increase of potassium does this.

Question 6

Should you take Potassium sparing supplements with ACE?

Answer 6

Absolutely not/ too much potassium can cause toxicity and arrhythmia.

Question 7

Use during Pregnancy?

Answer 7

No, find safer hypotensive option.

Question 8

Ace Inhibitors treat affects of what body system?

Answer 8

Cardiovascular

Question 9

What does ACE enzyme II do?

Answer 9

Increase blood pressure and releases Aldosterone (hormone) causing vasoconstriction.

Question 10

MOA of ACE?

Answer 10

Inhibits ACE Enzyme II to reduce affects of enzyme, causing relief of hypertension and vasodilation.