ACE Inhibitor drugs have been shown to cause birth defects if the mother takes them during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. A recent study indicates that they may also cause birth defects in children born to women who take them during the first trimester as well, a time when many thought ACE Inhibitors were safe.
If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, you should consult with your health care provider about an alternative to the use of ACE Inhibitors. The Federal Drug Administration now recommends that pregnant women not take ACE Inhibitors at any time. See Drug Warnings: ACE Inhibitors Side Effects and Risks for more information.
There is one other danger of ACE Inhibitors that patients should be aware of. Some people, particularly older people, may suffer a serious drop in blood pressure after the first dose of an ACE Inhibitor. If this reaction is suspected, the patient is given a short-acting drug and blood pressure is monitored. Consult with your health care provider to find out if you might suffer this reaction.
Minor side effects to ACE Inhibitors include:
Check out the following articles for more information about ACE Inhibitor, filing an ACE Inhibitor lawsuit and finding an ACE Inhibitor attorney.