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RAMIPRIL [1 record]

Record 1 2011-12-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
87333-19-5
CAS number
C23H32N2O5
formula, see observation
DEF

An angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor used in the treatment of hypertension and post-myocardial infarction congestive heart failure.

OBS

Ramipril is also used to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and death in patients considered at high risk for a major cardiovascular event.

OBS

Active ingredient commonly sold under the name Altace.

OBS

Chemical formula: C23H32N2O5

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
87333-19-5
CAS number
C23H32N2O5
formula, see observation
CONT

Le ramipril appartient à la classe des médicaments appelés inhibiteurs ECA [enzyme de conversion de l'angiotensine]. Il s'utilise seul ou en association avec des diurétiques thiazidiques (pilules augmentant l'excrétion de l'urine) pour soigner une pression artérielle élevée. Il agit en relâchant et dilatant les vaisseaux sanguins afin de faire baisser la pression artérielle.

OBS

Principe actif couramment commercialisé sous le nom d'Altace.

OBS

Formule chimique : C23H32N2O5

Spanish

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