Definitions for Ace Inhibitor
eɪs, ˈeɪˈsiˈiace in·hibitor

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1. ACE inhibitor, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitornoun

   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

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1. ACE inhibitornoun

   any one of a class of drugs, including captopril and enalpapril, that cause the arteries to widen by preventing the synthesis on angiotensin: used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure

2. Etymology: Circa 20th century: from Angiotensin-Converting-Enzyme inhibitor.

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1. ACE inhibitor

   Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) are a class of medication used primarily for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure. They work by causing relaxation of blood vessels as well as a decrease in blood volume, which leads to lower blood pressure and decreased oxygen demand from the heart. ACE inhibitors inhibit the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme, an important component of the renin–angiotensin system which converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II, and hydrolyses bradykinin. Therefore, ACE inhibitors decrease the formation of angiotensin II, a vasoconstrictor, and increase the level of bradykinin, a peptide vasodilator. This combination is synergistic in lowering blood pressure. As a result of inhibiting the ACE enzyme in the bradykinin system, the ACE inhibitor drugs allow for increased levels of bradykinin which would normally be degraded. Bradykinin produces prostaglandin. This mechanism can explain the two most common side effects seen with ACE Inhibitors: angioedema and cough. Frequently prescribed ACE inhibitors include benazepril, zofenopril, perindopril, trandolapril, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, and ramipril.

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1. ace inhibitor

   An ACE inhibitor, or angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, is a type of medication used primarily to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It works by blocking the action of an enzyme in the body called angiotensin-converting enzyme, which is involved in the production of a hormone that can constrict blood vessels. By inhibiting this enzyme, these drugs help to relax and widen blood vessels, thereby reducing blood pressure.

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1. ACE inhibitor

   An ACE inhibitor is a medication pharmaceutical drug used primarily for the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. This group of drugs causes dilation of blood vessels which results in lower blood pressure. In treating heart disease ACE inhibitors are usually used with other medications. A typical treatment plan will often include an ACE inhibitor, beta blocker, a long acting nitrate and a calcium channel blocker in combinations that are adjusted to the individual patient's needs. ACE inhibitors inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme, thereby decreasing the tension of blood vessels and blood volume, thus lowering blood pressure. Frequently prescribed ACE inhibitors include perindopril, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, and ramipril.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Ace Inhibitor in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Ace Inhibitor in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of Ace Inhibitor in a Sentence

1. Spencer Richlin:

   For example, take a woman with hypertension, she may normally be on an ACE inhibitor but during pregnancy her doctor should switch her to a beta blocker.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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3. ^ Wikipedia
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