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2. Treatments

ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) Inhibitors You will continue to take ACE inhibitors even if you decide to have treatment with coronary angioplasty. ACE inhibitors that might be prescribed:
• Lisinopril
• Ramipril
• Enalapril
• Perindopril Benefits

Relaxes and widens coronary arteries to improve blood flow

Lowers blood pressure

Common side effects

Headache

Dizziness

Cough

Diarrhoea, stomach pain, vomiting

A mild skin rash

Muscle spasm, fatigue

Chest pain

Kidneys not working normally (common side effect in Lisinopril and Enalapril only)

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