ramipril
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Medical Definition of ramipril
: an ACE inhibitor C23H32N2O5 taken orally to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure
Note:
Ramipril is also used to reduce the likelihood of a future heart attack or stroke in individuals at high risk of having one. It is marketed under the trademark Altace.
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