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Acute adverse reactions associated with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors: genetic factors and therapeutic implications.
Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy - 1 Sept 2005
Nikpoor Borzoo, Duan Qing Ling, Rouleau Guy A
Abstract excerpt
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) have been used in the treatment of various cardiovascular diseases. Despite the therapeutic benefits of ACEIs, there are several reported side effects, including chronic cough, angioedema and anaphylactoid reactions. These adverse events cannot be explained by the vasodilatory effects of this group of medications. Preliminary studies have shown that patients with a...
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