 angiotensin_converting_enzyme_inhibitor |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (medicine,pharmacology) 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 | |
| Synonyms: | ace_inhibitor | |
| Related terms: | antihypertensive lisinopril enalapril captopril | |
