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    CAPTOPRIL

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     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    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 failureplay

    Synonyms:

    Capoten; captopril

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("captopril" 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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