ACE Inhibitor Captopril May Cause Problems in COVID-19

Captopril, an ACE inhibitor drug, seems to be associated with a higher rate of adverse pulmonary reactions in patients with diabetes than other ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). ACE inhibitors are commonly used to treat heart and kidney conditions, which are often comorbid with diabetes. A different ACE inhibitor may be a better choice in diabetes patients with COVID-19. Read more

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