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Captopril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure, reduces cardiac workload, and provides kidney protection in hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
ACE inhibitors block angiotensin-converting enzyme, preventing formation of angiotensin II. This causes vasodilation, reduces aldosterone secretion, and lowers blood pressure. They also have cardioprotective and nephroprotective effects.
First-line treatment for hypertension, heart failure, post-myocardial infarction, diabetic nephropathy, and chronic kidney disease. Also used to reduce cardiovascular risk in high-risk patients.
Monitor blood pressure, renal function, and potassium after initiation and dose changes. Persistent dry cough is the most common reason for discontinuation.
Enalapril
Enalapril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure, reduces cardiac workload, and provides kidney protection in hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
Lisinopril
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure, reduces cardiac workload, and provides kidney protection in hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
Ramipril
Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure, reduces cardiac workload, and provides kidney protection in hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
Perindopril
Perindopril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure, reduces cardiac workload, and provides kidney protection in hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
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