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Captopril

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Captopril 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

Capoten • Capto-hexal • Zapto-25 • Capace

Side Effects

Common

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

Serious

Low blood pressure

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