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BrighamMSIV (229)
Lisinopril is an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme inhibitor, which prevents the conversion of Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II, putting a stoppage on the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System. As Angiotensin II/III and Aldosterone exhibit pressor-like effects and Aldosterone allows retention of sodium and water, ACE-inhibitors such as Lisinopril, are used for the treatment of Hypertension, especially in patients with Diabetes and Heart Disease.