#ACE_inhibitor__angiotensin_converting_enzyme_inhibitor antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin 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 administered after uncomplicated heart attacks
supertype: #antihypertensive_drug__antihypertensive a drug that reduces high blood pressure
subtype: #captopril__Capoten a drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation; used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure
subtype: #enalapril__Vasotec an ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks
subtype: #lisinopril__Prinivil__Zestril an ACE inhibiting drug (trade names Prinivil or Zestril) administered as an antihypertensive and after heart attacks
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