Advertisement
E-mail Page
Print Format
 

  Back to Ask the Diabetes Team Ask the Diabetes Team
Question:

From Hampshire, England:

I have had type 2 diabetes for six years previously treated with pills, but two days ago, I was started on insulin twice a day. I have been taking an ACE inhibitor for hypertension for approximately two years, and previously when my blood pressure was elevated (usually due to an over consumption of carbohydrate!), it would eventually settle, but now I have not slept all night due to an elevated pressure of 146/98 and have not been able to lower it. Is there now a conflict between the insulin and the ACE inhibitor?

Answer:

There are no known conflicts between insulin and ACE inhibitor treatment. However, if your blood pressure is not well controlled, you may need a higher dose, or a second antihypertensive medication. Go back and discuss in detail with your health care team.

SB

DTQ-20030722235614
Original posting 5 Aug 2003
Posted to Other Medications

  
Advertisement


Not Helpful  1 2 3 4 5  Very Helpful                  E-mail Article E-mail Page     Printer Friendly format Print Format    
  Home Return to Top

Last Updated: Sun Jan 15 12:11:27 2006
This Internet site provides information of a general nature and is designed for educational purposes only. If you have any concerns about your own health or the health of your child, you should always consult with a physician or other health care professional.

US Flag This site is published by Children With Diabetes, Inc, which is responsible for its contents.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use, Legal Notice and Privacy Policy.
© Children with Diabetes, Inc. 1995-2008. Comments and Feedback.