Posted by Marc (63.196.192.73) on February 13, 2001 at 14:46:40:
In Reply to: Is that a calcium channel blocker? posted by pinksharkmark on February 13, 2001 at 13:57:46:
http://www.healthsquare.com/pdrfg/pd/monos/lotensin.htm
Generic name: Benazepril hydrochloride
Lotensin is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It is effective when used alone or in combination with thiazide diuretics. Lotensin is in a family of drugs called ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors. It works by preventing a chemical in your blood called angiotensin I from converting into a more potent form that increases salt and water retention in your body. Lotensin also enhances blood flow throughout your blood vessels.