Ramiprilat
from ramipril
What it isThe active diacid metabolite of ramipril.
Why it mattersIt carries the outcome data: the cardiovascular protection attributed to ramipril in trials is pharmacologically ramiprilat’s.
What it changesLong tissue-ACE binding gives the sustained once-daily effect; renal impairment prolongs it further.
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Mechanism of action: Ramiprilat ballicule
