ACE Inhibitors Potential Side Effects
Verlyn Ross
The purpose of this article is identify possible ACE inhibitors
side effects and their potential impact on you.
ACE inhibitors can be lifesavers for individuals who are at a
high risk for heart attack or stroke as well as for those who
have high blood pressure, heart failure and suffer from type 2
diabetes. But like all medications, there are possible ACE
inhibitors side effects that can occur in some individuals. Lets
take a closer look at them.
Some people who take ACE inhibitors develop a cough. If you
develop a cough that doesn't seem to want to go away or if your
cough becomes severe, get in touch with your doctor and find out
what kind of cough medicine would be best to get the cough under
control.
A skin rash that is characterized by redness and itchiness is
sometimes an ACE Inhibitors side effect and it could appear
anywhere on the body. If you develop such a rash do not attempt
to treat it yourself but instead schedule an appointment with
your doctor to have it looked at.
Sometimes dizziness, lightheadedness or a feeling like you are
about to faint as you attempt to get up out of bed or a chair is
a possible ACE Inhibitors side effect. Those who suffer from this
side effect notice it the strongest after they first begin taking
the heart medication. The side effect is most common for those
who are already taking a water pill (or diuretic). Take your time
when getting up and do not rush yourself. If you continue to feel
dizziness or lightheadedness or if it becomes severe do not
hesitate to get in touch with your doctor.
Sometimes a variety of physical symptoms accompany taking ACE
inhibitors which include pain in the chest, a sore throat, a
fever, sores in the mouth, swelling of one or both feet and also
swelling of the lower legs and/or ankles, an irregular or very
quick heartbeat and strange bruising of skin in areas where there
has been no injury. Some patients experience a metallic or salty
taste in their mouth when they first begin taking this medication
while others find that their ability to taste is dulled.
Other possible symptoms include swelling that takes place in the
face, neck and sometimes the tongue. If you experience swelling
in either of these parts of your body, get in touch with your
doctor right away.
If you take ACE inhibitors then you need to have your potassium
levels measured on a regular basis by way of blood tests as this
is a side effect of this type of medication that can be
potentially life threatening. There are signs that you have too
much potassium in your system and they include a sense of
confusion; fast or irregular heartbeat; tingling or numbness in
the hands, lips or feet; nervousness; difficulty breathing or
shortness of breath and a feeling of heaviness or weakness in the
leg area.
Finally severe diarrhea or vomiting can be side effects of taking
ACE inhibitors and can be harmful because it can lead to
dehydration, which can then lead to low blood pressure. Always
contact your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
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