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How does enalapril maleate work for high blood pressure?

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See below: Ace inhibitor angiotensin convert enzyme inhib lowers vasoconstriction in the kidney.

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Answered 5/31/2012

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My husband's blood pressure is on 2nd Stage of hypertension 170/110 over the last month. Doctors can't lower it down even after giving him meds. They prescribed Enalapril, he had bad reactions to B.P. meds in the past, is Enalapril safe?

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I'm currently on Enalapril and lancap for boarder line blood pressure and reflux. I'm experiencing terrible itching across my body. I have no hives.

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Blood pressure of 109/33. Take 5mg of enalapril once a day. Very active. No symptoms. So, is this okay? Diastolic pressure always low at docs office.

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