Can Enalapril cause excessive daytime sleepiness in heart failure patients, and how should healthcare providers address this side effect?
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Can Enalapril cause excessive daytime sleepiness in heart failure patients, and how should healthcare providers address this side effect?
Enalapril can cause fatigue, which might lead to excessive daytime sleepiness in heart failure patients. Healthcare providers should consider adjusting the dosage or timing to mitigate this side effect.
Excessive daytime sleepiness is a less common side effect of Enalapril in heart failure patients. Healthcare providers may explore alternative ACE inhibitors or assess for other causes of sleepiness.
While uncommon, Enalapril may induce daytime sleepiness in some heart failure patients. Providers should monitor symptoms and potentially adjust the medication regimen or consider lifestyle modifications to improve sleep quality.