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Which of the following antihypeensive drug is contraindicated in pregnancy

A
Amlodipine
B
Labetolol
C
Enalapril
D
Hydralizine
High-Yield Explanation
ACE inhibitors and ARBs are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy Pre-pregnancy counselling and management of chronic hypeensionis essential. Some commonly prescribed antihypeensive drugsare contraindicated or best avoidedbefore conception and duringpregnancy (Table 1 ). These include ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor antagonists, diuretics and most beta blockers. Refer Goodman and Gilman 12e p736

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