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GlossaryCaptopril

medication that lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels

Captopril is a medication primarily used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It belongs to a class of drugs called ACE inhibitors, which work by relaxing blood vessels and making it easier for the heart to pump blood.

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Effects of Captopril and Minoxidil on Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Resistant Hypertensive Patients: A 6-Month Double-Blind Comparison

research Effects of Captopril and Minoxidil on Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Resistant Hypertensive Patients: A 6-Month Double-Blind Comparison

44 citations , July 1990 in “Journal of the American College of Cardiology”

Captopril reduces heart mass, while minoxidil has opposite effects and side effects.

research Captopril and Alopecia: A Case Report and Review of Known Cutaneous Reactions in Captopril Use

20 citations , July 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.

research Vitamin D Inhibits Captopril-Induced Cell Detachment and Apoptosis in Keratinocytes

8 citations , November 2010 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

Vitamin D protects skin cells from damage caused by captopril.

research Lichenoid Eruption and Alopecia Associated with Captopril Treatment

4 citations , January 1990 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

Stopping captopril resolved the skin and hair issues, suggesting it caused them.

research Pharmacological Evidence for Extracts and Secondary Metabolites from Plants of the Genus Hibiscus

120 citations , April 2009 in “Food Chemistry”

Hibiscus plant extracts may have health benefits like lowering blood pressure and protecting the heart.

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