noun
an antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II 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 used to treat congestive heart failure
• Syn: ↑ACE inhibitor
• Hypernyms: ↑antihypertensive, ↑antihypertensive drug
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Useful english dictionary. 2012.