Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs compared
Compare all 5 Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs side by side, used for conditions such as arthritis, rheumatoid, bartter syndrome, diabetic nephropathies. They share one FDA-defined mechanism but differ in approved uses, prescription status, brand-vs-generic options, price, and FDA recall-safety record — which our independent rating scores. The highest-rated is epaned.
Top-rated angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor: 1. Epaned · 2. Qbrelis · 3. Lotensin
| Drug | Generic | Form | Status | Used for | Safety ratingFDA recall-based | Pharmacy pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epaned | Enalapril Maleate | Solution | Prescription | Arthritis, Rheumatoid, Bartter Syndrome | 70/100 | $0 |
| Qbrelis | Lisinopril | Solution | Prescription | Diabetic Nephropathies, Heart Failure | 70/100 | $1 |
| Lotensin | Benazepril Hydrochloride | Tablet | Prescription | Diabetic Nephropathies, Heart Failure | Not yet rated | $2 |
| Quinapril Hydrochloride | — | Tablet | Prescription | Diabetic Nephropathies, Heart Failure | Not yet rated | — |
| Vasotec | Enalapril Maleate | Tablet | Prescription | Arthritis, Rheumatoid, Bartter Syndrome | Not yet rated | $0 |
The safety rating column is unique to pharmaranks — an independent 0–100 score from FDA regulatory recall data. Higher is safer. Not medical advice.
Best angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor by condition
Full ranking · 5 drugs
- 170/100
epaned
Enalapril Maleate
- 270/100
qbrelis
Lisinopril
- 3New
lotensin
Benazepril Hydrochloride
- 4New
quinapril hydrochloride
Quinapril Hydrochloride
- 5New
vasotec
Enalapril Maleate
Frequently asked questions
What is the Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drug class?
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor is an FDA Established Pharmacologic Class (EPC) — a group of drugs that share a mechanism of action. pharmaranks lists 5 Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor products, each independently rated.
Are all Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs the same?
No. Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs share the same core mechanism — that is why they sit in one FDA class — but they differ in their approved uses, available forms, whether they are prescription or over-the-counter, brand-vs-generic options and price, and their FDA recall-safety record.
What conditions do Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs treat?
Per NIH RxClass drug-classification data, Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs are used for conditions including arthritis, rheumatoid, bartter syndrome, diabetic nephropathies, edema, heart failure, hypertension, malignant.
Which Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drug is best-rated?
By our independent rating, epaned currently ranks highest among Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor drugs. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional.
Sources: the Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor class definition and its member drugs come from the U.S. NLM RxClass (Established Pharmacologic Class). Ratings are pharmaranks’ independent FDA recall-safety analysis.