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Ace inhibitor

Ace inhibitor Meaning & Definition
Ace inhibitor Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Ace inhibitor?

[n] antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also administered after uncomplicated heart attacks

Synonyms | Synonyms for Ace inhibitor: angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor

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See Also | antihypertensive | antihypertensive drug | Capoten | captopril | enalapril | lisinopril | Prinivil | Vasotec | Zestril

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