Angiotensin-converting Enzyme Inhibitor (Noun)
Meaning
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.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor to help lower the patient's high blood pressure.
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors are commonly used to treat conditions such as hypertension and heart failure.
- The study found that angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors were effective in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with diabetes.
- The patient was taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor to help manage her congestive heart failure.
- The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors has been shown to slow the progression of kidney disease in patients with chronic kidney disease.