trandolapril
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Definition
Noun: - An ACE inhibiting drug: Trandolapril is a medication belonging to the class of drugs known as ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors. It is used to treat certain cardiovascular conditions.
Usage
Trandolapril is prescribed by doctors for specific medical purposes. - It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). - It is used in some patients after a heart attack to improve survival and heart function.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed trandolapril to help lower the patient's blood pressure.
- After his myocardial infarction, he was started on a regimen that included trandolapril.
- Trandolapril works by relaxing blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood.
Advanced Usage
- Pharmacological class: Trandolapril is specifically classified as an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.
- Therapeutic use: Its primary therapeutic uses are as an antihypertensive agent and for post-myocardial infarction management.
Variants and Related Words
- Mavik (noun): A trade name or brand name for the drug trandolapril.
- Example: The prescription was written for Mavik, which contains trandolapril.
Synonyms
- ACE inhibitor (noun): The general class of drugs to which trandolapril belongs.
- Antihypertensive (noun): A type of drug used to treat high blood pressure.
Noun
- an ACE inhibiting drug (trade name Mavik) used in some patients after a heart attack or to treat hypertension