Enalaprilat
Enalaprilat
Enalaprilat (/ɛˈnæləˌprɪlæt/) is the active metabolite of enalapril, and it is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.
Etymology
The term "Enalaprilat" is derived from the parent drug "Enalapril". The suffix "-at" is commonly used for drugs that are metabolites of the original compound.
Usage
Enalaprilat is used primarily in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and some types of chronic heart failure. It works by blocking the angiotensin-converting enzyme, which is involved in the production of a substance that causes blood vessels to tighten. By inhibiting this enzyme, Enalaprilat helps to relax and widen blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.
Related Terms
- Enalapril: The parent drug of Enalaprilat.
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme: An enzyme that Enalaprilat inhibits.
- Hypertension: A medical condition that Enalaprilat is used to treat.
- Heart failure: A chronic condition that Enalaprilat can be used to manage.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Enalaprilat
- Wikipedia's article - Enalaprilat
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