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Are all blood pressure medications safe for the kidneys?

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Dr. Mark Rasak answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Depends: Ace inhibitors can compromise kidney fxn if there is significant decrease in gfr. It can cause worsening creatinine and an elevated potassium.

Answered 8/9/2012

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