The world around us is brimming with asymmetry. From the spiral of a seashell to the curl of a fingerprint, handedness, or chirality, plays a fascinating role in both nature and human invention. In the realm of organic chemistry, chirality takes center stage, impacting the properties and functions of molecules in profound ways.
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Enalapril, sold under the brand name Vasotec among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, diabetic kidney disease, and heart failure. It is generally used with a diuretic, such as furosemide, for heart failure.