Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors for heart attack and unstable angina
Why It Is Used
ACE inhibitors are recommended immediately after a heart attack to reduce complications. These drugs frequently are used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
| Author: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: May 5, 2009 |
| Medical Review: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology |
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