Results for tag: "Niceritrol"

Niceritrol is a class of cardiovascular drugs used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions. It is a type of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which works by blocking the action of certain hormones in the body that can cause blood vessels to narrow. Niceritrol is typically prescribed as a first-line treatment for hypertension, and is also used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack in people with existing cardiovascular disease. It is also used to treat congestive heart failure, and can be used in combination with other medications to reduce the risk of death from heart failure. Niceritrol is available in both generic and brand-name formulations, and is available in both oral and injectable forms. Common brand-name Niceritrol medications include Lotensin, Capoten, and Monopril. Generic versions of Niceritrol are also available from a variety of pharmaceutical companies, including Mylan, Teva, and Sandoz. Show Less Read more