lisinopril, Prinivil, Zestril

an ACE inhibiting drug (trade names Prinivil or Zestril) administered as an antihypertensive and after heart attacks

• ACE inhibitor, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor — antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also administered after uncomplicated heart attacks