ANGIOTENSIN CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS IN MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEART FAILURE

Abstract

The role of ACE inhibitors in modern pharmacotherapy of patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) is discussed. The actual usage of these highly effective drugs is underlined taking into account high prevalence and social significance of CHF. Necessity of ACE inhibitors usage is confirmed by pharmacodynamic features of these drugs in CHF. The special attention is given to enalapril, that has the biggest evidence base in treatment of CHF patients.

Keywords

• ингибиторы АПФ
• хроническая сердечная недостаточность
• эналаприл