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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
This. They appear to have a protective effect on the heart and slow the progression of the heart failure. People who should not take ACE inhibitors include:Pregnant and breastfeeding women.Those with a known sensitivity to ACE inhibitors.Those who have had a severe allergic response to ACE inhibitors in the past - eg, swelling of the lips, eyes or tongue (angio-oedema).People with certain types of kidney disease - for example, renal artery stenosis.A full list of people who should not take ACE inhibitors is included with the leaflet that comes with your medicine. If you are prescribed ACE inhibitors, read this to be sure you are safe to take it.Side-effects of ACE inhibitors can include:Low blood pressure (hypotension).Dizziness.Persistent dry cough.Swelling of the lips, eyes or tongue (angio-oedema).Decline in kidney function.If you experience low blood pressure and dizziness you should report it to your doctor.Note: the above is not the full list of side-effects for these medicines. Please see the leaflet that comes with your particular brand for a full list of possible side-effects and cautions.A number of medicines may interact with ACE inhibitors. In particular, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), 'water tablets' (diuretics) and lithium. Your doctor will normally check what other medicines you take and give further advice about this.So, make sure your doctor knows of any other medicines that you are taking, including ones that you have bought rather than been prescribed.Article historyThe information on this page is written and peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.Next review due: 16 Dec 202818 Dec 2023 | Latest version
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