What is a Whatson 407, and does it contain barbiturates?
It is manufactured by Watson Pharmaceuticals. The trade name of the drug is Linisopril and the “407” mark indicates it contains 10mg of the drug. The data sheet for this drug can be found at www.watsonpharm.com . It is not a barbiturate, but an ACE inhibitor (Angiotensin Converting Enzyme). ACE inhibitors are principally used to treat high blood pressure and related medical conditions, such as hypertension. They are also being studied for use in treatment during the early stages of renal (kidney) disease and renal failure. There are a number of containdications for ACE inhibitors, so you should check the medical data sheet for Linisopril (available at the Watson website) or other ACE inhibitors. The most serious risks are to pregnant women in the second or third trimester, as ACE inhibitors can injure or kill the foetus.
