During a routine follow-up, a patient reports experiencing unusual fatigue and a persistent dry cough after starting a new blood pressure medication two weeks ago. The patient has no history of allergies or similar symptoms prior to taking the medication. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you recognize these as potential side effects of which class of antihypertensive drugs?
Unusual fatigue and a dry cough are common side effects of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, a class of medications typically used to treat hypertension. It is important to note these side effects and report them to the healthcare provider as the medication may need to be adjusted or switched. Beta-blockers can cause fatigue but are less likely to cause a cough; Calcium channel blockers may cause peripheral edema; Diuretics can lead to electrolyte imbalances but cough and fatigue are not common side effects.
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