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Can I take Vasotec if I'm getting desensitization treatment for bee stings?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
If you are getting treatment because you react strongly to bee stings, you may not be able to take Vasotec (enalapril), a drug to treat high blood pressure. Vasotec may resensitize you to bee venom and cause a dangerous reaction called anaphylaxis. This can be fatal if not treated right away.

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