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How does ramipril treat high blood pressure?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Ramipril is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. The ACE inhibitors work by blocking the enzyme that converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a very strong constrictor of blood vessels. Less angiotensin II means less constriction and lower pressure.

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