enalapril

Enalapril is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used in the treatment of hypertension and some types of chronic heart failure. Enalapril was the first member of the group of ACE inhibitors known as the dicarboxylate-containing ACE inhibitors. It is marketed by Merck & Co. (Merck, Sharp & Dohme) under the trade names, Renitec® and Vasotec®.
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Enalapril /enal·a·pril/ an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor used as the maleate salt in the treatment of hypertension, congestive heart [more]Enalapril - Community and Resources

Noun
1. an ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks
(synonym) Vasotec
(hypernym) ACE inhibitor, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor
(classification) trade name, brand name, brand, marque

An antihypertensive agent that can also be used to slow or prevent the progression of heart disease in people with childhood cancer treated with drugs that may be harmful to the heart.