A medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is very effective and well tolerated, has a long duration of action, and can be given as a once daily dose. Perindopril is indicated in hypertension and heart failure.

Coversyl (perindopril) is a long-acting ACE inhibitor. International nonproprietary name: Perindopril.