ARB
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Abbreviation for angiotensin II receptor blockers, a class of drugs that blocks the effects of angiotensin. Like ACE inhibitors, they keep coronary arteries open, lower blood pressure, and reduce the heart's workload.
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Angiotensin II receptor blockersA class of drugs that blocks the effects of angiotensin. Like ACE inhibitors, they keep coronary arteries open, lower blood pressure, and reduce the heart's workload.
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Angiotensin IIThe active form of the protein angiotensin, which raises blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels and causing the kidneys to store more sodium and water.
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Blood pressureThe force blood exerts against the walls of the arteries. Optimal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg.
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AngiotensinA protein that raises blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels and causing the kidneys to store more sodium and water.