Ramipril

( Altace )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 23, 2024

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Ramipril

Common Brands:

Altace

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors

Forms:

Capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Heart failure after heart attack

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Ramipril (Altace) Drug Class

Ramipril (ram-eh-pril) belongs to a group of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.

Ramipril (Altace) Age Range

Ramipril is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this drug have not been established in pediatric patients.