10 Side Effects of ACE Inhibitors

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Side Effect #6: Agranulocytosis

Agranulocytosis refers to low levels of granulocytes, which include the neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils. It occurs when the levels of granulocytes drop below 500 cells/mm3 of blood. It is a serious condition where individuals affected have a very high risk of severe infections due to a suppressed immune system.

Patients with agranulocytosis may have no symptoms or present with sudden chills, fever, rigors, and a sore throat. Any infection present will also progress rapidly. Causes of agranulocytosis include side effects of medications such as valproate, carbamazepine, ACE inhibitors (benazepril), propylthiouracil, carbimazole, naproxen, and indomethacin.

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