Capoten

Q: What is Capoten tablets used for?

<p>Capoten is taken to treat <a href="https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/high-blood-pressure">high blood pressure</a>, heart conditions, and kidney conditions associated with <a href="https://www.withpower.com/clinical-trials/diabetes">diabetes</a>. These chronic illnesses require long term treatment, so it is essential to take Capoten every day as prescribed. Capoten contains the active ingredient captopril.</p>

Ventricular Dysfunction, Left, Hyperaldosteronism, Renal Artery Stenosis + 9 more

Treatment

10 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Capoten

Treatment for

Ventricular Dysfunction, Left

What is Capoten

CaptoprilThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryCaptopril is a medication used to lower blood pressure. It works by blocking the enzyme angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) which is responsible for converting angiotensin I to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II is part of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) and helps to regulate blood pressure. Captopril can be used to treat high blood pressure.

Capotenis the brand name

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Capoten Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Capoten

Captopril

1981

183

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Captopril, otherwise known as Capoten, is approved by the FDA for 10 uses like Ventricular Dysfunction, Left and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus .

Ventricular Dysfunction, Left

Helps manage ejection fraction of 40% or less Left ventricular dysfunction

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Helps manage Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

ejection fraction of 40% or less Left ventricular dysfunction

Helps manage ejection fraction of 40% or less Left ventricular dysfunction

Diabetic Nephropathy

Helps manage Diabetic Nephropathy

Hypertensive disease

Used to treat High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) in combination with Hydrochlorothiazide

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Helps manage Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Type 1 Diabetes

Helps manage Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Heart Attack

Helps manage Myocardial Infarction

Congestive Heart Failure

Helps manage Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Diabetic Nephropathies

Helps manage Diabetic Nephropathy

Effectiveness

How Capoten Affects PatientsCaptopril, an ACE inhibitor, works by blocking the effect of the RAAS, which is a system used by the body to control blood pressure and other things. When the body senses that blood pressure is too low, it releases a hormone called renin which turns into a substance called angiotensin II (ATII). ATII makes the body hold onto more water and salt, which can increase blood pressure. It also causes blood vessels to narrow, further increasing blood pressure. Captopril stops the body from making ATII, which helps lower blood pressure. It also stops the body from breaking down bradykinin,

How Capoten works in the bodyACE inhibitors are drugs that reduce blood pressure. They work by blocking the action of an enzyme called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). There are two kinds of ACE, one found in the body and one found in the testes. ACE inhibitors block both types of ACE, but are more effective at blocking the kind found in the body. Captopril is an ACE inhibitor that binds to ACE and stops it from breaking down another protein called angiotensin I. When ACE is blocked, blood pressure is lowered. Captopril also increases the amount of a hormone called renin, which helps the body release more water

When to interrupt dosage

The advised measure of Capoten is contingent upon the recognized disorder, including Heart Attack, Non-STEMI Acute Coronary Syndrome and Aldosteronism. The measure of dosage is variable, according to the technique of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet - Oral) laid out in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Ventricular Dysfunction, Left