Question

A 58-year-old man presents with progressive exertional dyspnoea, basal crackles, oedema. BNP high. Echo confirms HFrEF. Target for ACE inhibitor up-titration?

Accepted Answer

Maximum licensed or target dose used in trials, if tolerated

Answer

Any tolerated dose

Answer

Minimum effective dose only

Answer

Half target dose due to age

Answer

Avoid up-titration beyond starting dose

Practice question

A 58-year-old man presents with progressive exertional dyspnoea, basal crackles, oedema. BNP high. Echo confirms HFrEF. Target for ACE inhibitor up-titration?