10 Side Effects of ACE Inhibitors
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Side Effect #4: Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia occurs when serum potassium is higher than normal. It is a possible side effect of ACE inhibitors due to the medication’s effect on aldosterone. The suppression of angiotensin II results in a reduction of aldosterone, which decreases potassium excretion.
Hyperkalemia may lead to cardiac dysfunction and neuromuscular issues such as nausea, paresthesia, muscle weakness, and diarrhea. Monitoring of potassium levels in patients who take ACE inhibitors is important to ensure that there is no hyperkalemia.
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