Table 5.
Association Between Initial Dose of ACE Inhibitor Therapy Dispensed and Subsequent Dose Reduction or Cessation of Therapy
| Dose on Day 45 | Patients Who Reduced or Stopped ACE Number (%) | Odds Ratio (95% CI) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (N= 3,935) | 516 (13.1) | 1.00 | |
| Medium (N= 4,316) | 809 (18.7) | 1.57 (1.39 to 1.77) | < .001 |
| High (N= 2,542) | 645 (25.4) | 2.36 (2.07 to 2.69) | < .001 |
ACE, angiotensin-converting enzyme; CI, confidence interval.