Grab our free cheatsheet covering the 50 most commonly prescribed medications right here: http://NURSING.com/50meds Listen to all the episodes at: https://www.NURSING.com/medmaster-podcast/ View the blog post here: https://www.NURSING.com/enalapril-vasotec/ Enalapril Generic Name: enalapril Trade Name: Vasotec Indication hypertension, management of CHF Actio:n block conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, increases renin levels and decreases aldosterone leading to vasodilation Therapeutic Class: antihypertensives Pharmacologic Class: ACE Inhibitor Nursing Considerations  can cause neutropenia – check WBCs regularly  use cautiously with potassium supplements and potassium sparing diuretics.  use cautiously with diuretic therapy  administer 1 hour before meals  monitor blood pressure often  monitor weight and fluid status  monitor renal profile  monitor CBC frequently  dry cough