Potassium levels in the blood may be increased by some blood pressure-lowering medicines that belong to the family of pharmaceuticals known as ACE inhibitors. Because of this, meals that are rich in potassium should be avoided.
Taking potassium supplements or eating a lot of foods high in potassium while taking this medicine might make the condition worse and lead to hyperkalemia. The heart and muscles may be affected by hyperkalemia, a disorder characterized by an abnormally high potassium level in the blood.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before making any dietary changes while taking some ACE inhibitors. Some things you may want to stay away from are alcoholic beverages, processed meals, and anything heavy in salt, fat, or potassium. New York City cardiologist Karishma Patwa, MD, who practices at Manhattan Cardiology, notes that everyone with hypertension should do this, but those on these drugs should take it very seriously. Read the article.
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