ACE Inhibitor
Of antihypertensive. May also be referred to as angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor.
An antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure.
This concept's ID is @1~14127
Brand
- enalapril
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- ramipril
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Also contains
- captopril
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