Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors afford
maximum protection against progression of heart
failure when used:
A. At the higher therapeutic dose range over
long term
B. At the maximum tolerated dose only till
haemodynamic compensation is restored
C. At low doses over long term
D. At low doses along with diuretics/digoxi

1 Answer

Answer :

A. At the higher therapeutic dose range over
long term

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