Common first-line blood-pressure medicine classes include: ACE inhibitors; angiotensin receptor blockers ACE inhibitors and ARBs ACE inhibitors and ARBs lower blood pressure by acting on the renin-angiotensin ACE inhibitors may cause a persistent dry cough and, rarely, angioedema. ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and other heart medicines ACE inhibitors or ARBs may be especially valuable after medicines, increasing muscle toxicity risk; ACE inhibitors or ARBs with potassium supplements, potentially

kidney protection, especially for diabetics Reduces risk of heart attack and stroke No cough (unlike ACE inhibitors) Longest-acting ARB Who Should Use Telmisartan? People with kidney disease Patients needing stable BP throughout the day Individuals intolerant to ACE inhibitors Common Side Effects of Telmisartan Fatigue Low blood pressure Muscle pain High potassium

High fever Coughing up blood Unexplained weight loss Some blood pressure medications, particularly ACE inhibitors, can also cause a persistent dry cough. ACE inhibitors can cause a persistent dry cough as a side effect in some people. 5.