Using aspirin and ACE inhibitors in combination: why the hullabaloo?
Observational studies indicate that aspirin may counteract the beneficial effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, but the data are not yet sufficient for making firm recommendations. We review the available data and offer tentative conclusions.
Peterson
J G
JG
Spokane Cardiology, WA, USA.
Lauer
M S
MS
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001241:Aspirin / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004347:Drug Interactions; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D005343:Fibrinolytic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000097:blood / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D017202:Myocardial Ischemia / Q000097:blood / Q000188:drug therapy; D011453:Prostaglandins / Q000097:blood
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors; D005343:Fibrinolytic Agents; D011453:Prostaglandins; D001241:Aspirin