Can cause SLE exacerbation or activation. Hypersensitivity reactions can occur and may be more likely in patients with bronchial asthma. Gout can be precipitated in certain patients with a history of gout, a familial predisposition to gout, or chronic renal failure. Photosensitization may occur. Bradycardia may also occur.
Treatment is supportive.
Not removed by hemodialysis. Treatment is supportive. Store in tightly closed container. Angiotensin II acts as a vasoconstrictor. In addition to causing direct vasoconstriction, angiotensin II also stimulates the release of aldosterone.