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Understanding Your Heart Failure Medications: A Patient's Guide

Essential Information for Managing Heart Failure Through Medication

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Last updated: Mar 24, 2025

Key Medication Classes

1. ACE Inhibitors/ARBs

Purpose: Reduce strain on heart and lower blood pressure
Common examples:
- Lisinopril (Zestril®)
- Losartan (Cozaar®)
Key points: Take consistently, monitor blood pressure

2. Beta Blockers

Purpose: Control heart rate and reduce workload
Common examples:
- Metoprolol (Toprol-XL®)
- Carvedilol (Coreg®)
Key points: Don't stop suddenly, regular pulse checks

3. Diuretics (Water Pills)

Purpose: Remove excess fluid
Common examples:
- Furosemide (Lasix®)
- Bumetanide (Bumex®)
Key points: May increase urination, monitor weight

Daily Medication Management

Important Guidelines

Take medications at the same time daily
Use a pill organizer
Never skip doses
Keep a medication list

Warning Signs

Unusual weight gain
Increased shortness of breath
Swelling in ankles
Dizziness

Follow-up Care

Regular doctor visits
Blood tests as scheduled
Blood pressure monitoring
Daily weight checks

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