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Ace inhibitors, also know as inhibitors of Angiotensin-Converting-Enzyme, are
used primarily to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure.
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that
ACE inhibitors may increase the risk of birth defects if taken during the
first three months of pregnancy. ACE inhibitors were already known to pose
risks for a developing baby if taken during the second or third trimester of
pregnancy. But this study is the first to point out the possible dangers of
ACE inhibitors taken during the first trimester.
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In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took
ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than
in children whose mothers did not take blood pressure medication. The birth
defects ranged from holes in the chambers of the heart to spinal
deformations. No increased risk was identified for other blood pressure
medications.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert to warn women and
doctors about the possible risk associated with ACE inhibitors during early
pregnancy.
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Some examples of ACE inhibitors include:
- Sulfhydryl-containing ACE inhibitors
- Captopril (Capoten®), the first ACE inhibitor
- Dicarboxylate-containing ACE inhibitors
This is the largest group, including:
- Enalapril (Vasotec®/Renitec®)
- Ramipril (Altace®/Tritace®/Ramace®)
- Quinapril (Accupril®)
- Perindopril (Coversyl®)
- Lisinopril (Lisodur®/Lopril®/Prinivil®/Zestril®)
- Benazepril
- Phosphonate-containing ACE inhibitors
- Fosinopril (Monopril®), the only member
If you are pregnant, and have high blood pressure, please consult with
your physician about the appropriate treatment options for you and your
baby. If you are pregnant and already taking an ACE inhibitor, don't stop
taking the medication or adjust the dose on your own. Ask your doctor about
other options right away.
Contact your doctor if you have experienced serious side effects associated
with ACE inhibitors. In addition, it may be important to contact an attorney who can
help you protect your legal rights. Please keep in mind that there may be time
limits within which you must commence suit. If you have been injured by an ACE
inhibitor,
you may be entitled to compensation. For 30 years, the lawyers of Hardison &
Associates have defended those injured or killed because of harmful prescription
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