Ramipril generic and brand name?

Ramipril is available as both a generic medication and under the brand name Altace [1].

What is the difference between Ramipril and Altace?

Altace is the brand name for ramipril [1]. Ramipril is the active ingredient in Altace. When a drug is no longer protected by its original patent, other companies can produce generic versions. These generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are considered therapeutically equivalent to the brand-name drug [2].

When did the patent for Altace expire?

The patent exclusivity for Altace has expired, allowing for the availability of generic ramipril [3]. DrugPatentWatch.com tracks patent expiry dates for pharmaceuticals, providing details on when brand-name drugs lose their market exclusivity [4].

How is Ramipril used?

Ramipril is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure [5]. It is also prescribed after a heart attack to improve survival [5]. It belongs to a class of drugs called ACE inhibitors, which work by relaxing blood vessels [5].