Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors

Question 1

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors:specific drugs

Answer 1

captopril;enalapril;lisinopril;quinapril;Capoten;Vasotec;Zestril;Prinivil;Acupril

Question 2

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors:drug actions

Answer 2

suppress the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) by blocking the conversion of Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II - leads to:vasodilation;decreased PVR;decreased afterload;blockage of aldosterone release - increases in excretion of salt and water

Question 3

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors:indications

Answer 3

hypertension;CHF;post AMI for patients with a low ejection fraction

Question 4

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors:side effects

Answer 4

hypotension - especially with initial dose;hyperkalemia;persistent dry cough