ENALAPRIL

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

An ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks

Synonyms:

enalapril; Vasotec

Classified under:

Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("enalapril" is a kind of...):

ACE inhibitor; 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)

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