angiotensin receptor blocker

British

noun

any of a class of drugs that block the uptake of angiotensin: used in the treatment of high blood pressure

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angiotensin receptor blocker

In recent years, studies have raised the hope that losartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker, might be more effective than beta-blockers in slowing aortic enlargement.

From Forbes ● Nov. 19, 2014

It consists of the well-known angiotensin receptor blocker valsartan and a novel compound, the neprilysin inhibitor sacubitiril.

From Forbes ● Aug. 30, 2014

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