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Fosinopril, sold under the brand name Monopril among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease. It is one of a number of first line agents for high blood pressure. It is taken by mouth.

Common side effects include cough, nausea, and dizziness. Other side effects may include low blood pressure, liver problems, allergic reactions, high potassium, and kidney problems. Use during pregnancy may harm the baby. It is a angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.

Fosinopril was patented in 1980 and approved for medical use in 1991. It is available as a generic medication. In the United Kingdom 4 weeks of 20 mg cost the NHS about £2 as of 2021. This amount in the United States costs about 10 USD.