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Can Change In Bp Medicines Cause High Ace Levels?
I am 64 years young. I was advised to take Betalok 50 mg for controlling my BP which it was.In July 2009 I was hopitalised for Herpes and my Electolyte was below the normal. That time also I was asked to continue Betalok 50 mg after breakfast one tab daily in the morning.I had a small prostateabt 2.7mm and When I checked in Satya Sai Medical centre in Parthy , They advised me to take Olemzest AM for BP.When I consulted my local (mumbai ) doc he also told me to continue Olemzest.In April 2011, I was tolld by local Doc as I had shiveing in my handwhile holding andin forearm pain sometimes, he asked to take Olsor H, Atorfit and Metzok for 20 days.Last week when I tested my Blood S ACE level, I foundthe ACE levels was above norma level. I wants to know whether it is due to change in BP medicxines? Kindly advice.I am 90 Kg and height 5 feet 6 inch no cholostral no sugar except BP. Manian
Mon, 3 Apr 2023
Hi,
ACE (Angiotensin-converting enzyme) levels can be affected by various factors, including medication changes. Betalok and Olemzest AM are both antihypertensive medications that work by different mechanisms. Betalok (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker, and Olemzest AM (olmesartan and amlodipine) is angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) and calcium channel blocker (CCB) combined together.
It's unclear what could be causing the increase in ACE levels, but medication changes can be a possible cause. ACE inhibitors (such as lisinopril, and enalapril) are another class of antihypertensive medications that work by blocking the action of ACE. These medications are often prescribed for patients with high blood pressure, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions.
It would be best to discuss the results of your blood test with your doctor, who can evaluate your medication regimen, blood pressure, and other factors that could be contributing to the elevated ACE levels. Your doctor may recommend additional tests to investigate the cause of the increase in ACE levels and adjust your medication regimen accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
ACE (Angiotensin-converting enzyme) levels can be affected by various factors, including medication changes. Betalok and Olemzest AM are both antihypertensive medications that work by different mechanisms. Betalok (metoprolol) is a beta-blocker, and Olemzest AM (olmesartan and amlodipine) is angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) and calcium channel blocker (CCB) combined together.
It's unclear what could be causing the increase in ACE levels, but medication changes can be a possible cause. ACE inhibitors (such as lisinopril, and enalapril) are another class of antihypertensive medications that work by blocking the action of ACE. These medications are often prescribed for patients with high blood pressure, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions.
It would be best to discuss the results of your blood test with your doctor, who can evaluate your medication regimen, blood pressure, and other factors that could be contributing to the elevated ACE levels. Your doctor may recommend additional tests to investigate the cause of the increase in ACE levels and adjust your medication regimen accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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