One of the main differences between angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers is that ACE inhibitors cause a dry, nonproductive cough. Angiotensin receptor blockers do not cause a dry, nonproductive cough.

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Angiotensin II inhibitors cause a dry, nonproductive cough. Angiotensin II blockers do not cause a dry, nonproductive cough. ACE inhibitors produce nonproductive cough because of their ability to raise the levels of bradykinin. Angiotensin receptor blockers do not alter the levels of bradykinin .

One of the Main Differences Between Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors