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Antihypertensive Drugs (ACE Inhibitors / ARBs)

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) are considered first-line antihypertensive drugs for patients with compelling indications for their use. By blocking the enzymatic prouction of angiotensin II or its tissue receptors, these drugs reduce both total peripheral resistance and cardiac ouput.

Common drugs:

Accupril , Avapro, Cozaar (ACE Inhibitors / ARBs), Diovan, Lotensin (ACE Inhibitors / ARBs) and more

Common health state:

Metabolic Syndrome , Hypertension (high blood pressure) , Diabetic nephropathy

Zinc

Captopril has been reported to increase urinary excretion of zinc in hypertensive patients. Chronic high doses (> than 200 mg daily) have been associated with taste disturbances which was resolved in some patients after zinc supplementation. Consider zinc supplements if taste disturbances develop when using higher doses of captopril.

Current research does not indicate that this supplement provides additional therapeutic benefits when taking any of the drug categories included in this table.

Currently, there are no supplements that should be used with caution when taking a drug that falls into this category.

Potassium

ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) decrease renal potassium excretion. Using ACE Inhibitors or ARBs together with potassium supplements increases the risk for hyperkalemia. Avoid using potassium supplements with these drugs.

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