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Capoten is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor which is a kind of blood pressure drug (cardiovascular drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Brands

Capto-hexal • Capace • Zapto-25

Generic Drug

Captopril

Side Effects

Common

Itchy rash
Cough
Dizziness
Fatigue
Muscle pain
Itching or burning
Abnormal sense of taste
Low blood pressure
Aching muscles
Rash
Itchy skin
Decreased taste

Serious

Low blood pressure

Treats

Heart attack
Condition
Heart failure
Condition
Diabetic kidney disease
Condition
Congestive heart failure
Condition

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