ACE and cardiovascular disorder: Perindopril ((2S,3aS,7aS)-1-[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-1-ethoxy-1-oxopentan-2-yl]amino]propanoyl]-2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid) is a long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor which is effective in reducing blood pressure and improving outcomes in a number of cardiovascular diseases [1].