Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking ACE inhibitors as follows: Observe compliance with regular lab work ordered. Since the drug can lead to high potassium levels in the body, potassium levels in the blood could be closely monitored. Also, as kidneys are the main source of elimination of this drug, renal function could be periodically monitored. Keep a watch on the volume of urine output, at least for the initial one [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking ACE inhibitors as follows: Drink 2.5 liters to 3 liters of fluid every day, as ACE inhibitors tend to cause loss of fluid volume and consequently, dehydration. If fluid is restricted in an individual for reasons, such as, congestive heart failure or dialysis dependent status, compliance to the recommendation made is very important. Be aware of signs and symptoms of dehydration and hypotension, to avoid [...]

Patient was educated on common side effects of taking ACE inhibitors as below: Common side effects of taking ACE inhibitors can include Nausea and vomiting. Skin rash. Dry persistent cough, which is a more common finding. More serious side effects of taking ACE inhibitors can include Symptoms of hypotension and dehydration, such as feeling dizzy and lightheaded with rapid heart rate. Nausea and vomiting, extreme lethargy, muscle cramps, weakness, and fatigue secondary to increased sodium [...]

Patient was educated on side effects of ACE inhibitor use as follows: Dehydration ACE inhibitors by inhibiting secretion of Aldosterone, result in water loss from the body. This can lead to fluid volume depletion and symptoms of dehydration. Low sodium levels ACE inhibitors by inhibiting secretion of Aldosterone, result in sodium loss from the body. This can lead to hyponatremia (low sodium levels in blood). Hypotension Excessive loss of sodium and fluid volume from the [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for ACE inhibitor use as follows: Liver disease ACE inhibitors are prodrugs, which when taken are activated in the liver. If liver function is deficient, this activation of ACE inhibitor can suffer and so, does their function too. Renal disease ACE inhibitors are mainly metabolized in the kidneys. Individuals with renal disease cannot metabolize the ACE inhibitors normally. So, these drugs can be toxic in individuals with renal disease. Pregnant [...]