Tag: ACE inhibitors

Salt Substitutes and ACE Inhibitors or ARBs: The Hidden Potassium Danger
Joseph Michael Thompson by Joseph Michael Thompson

Salt Substitutes and ACE Inhibitors or ARBs: The Hidden Potassium Danger

18 Jan, 2026

Salt substitutes with potassium chloride can cause dangerous potassium buildup when taken with ACE inhibitors or ARBs, leading to life-threatening hyperkalemia-especially in people with kidney disease or diabetes. Know the risks and safer alternatives.

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Blood Pressure Medications: Types, Side Effects, and Safety
Joseph Michael Thompson by Joseph Michael Thompson

Blood Pressure Medications: Types, Side Effects, and Safety

23 Dec, 2025

Learn about the main types of blood pressure medications, their common side effects, safety concerns, and how to take them correctly. Understand why combination therapy is often needed and how to avoid dangerous interactions.

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