antihypertensive

American  

[an-tee-hahy-per-ten-siv, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˌhaɪ pərˈtɛn sɪv, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

1. acting to reduce hypertension.

   an antihypertensive drug, diet, or regimen.

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noun

1. a drug, as a diuretic, used to treat hypertension.

Etymology

Origin of antihypertensive

First recorded in 1955–60; anti- + hypertensive

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antihypertensive

"Hypertension is a leading cause of damage to the heart and the kidneys, that can be prevented by antihypertensive drugs. So independent of cognitive function, treating high blood pressure is a priority," Dr. Iadecola said.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 24, 2025

For example, one inquiry confirmed reports of intestinal problems associated with an antihypertensive drug.

From New York Times ● Apr. 18, 2016

All of those patients were treated with antihypertensive medicine.

From Reuters ● Mar. 11, 2014

For instance, he refused to treat man with a history of a kidney transplant who had not taken his immunosuppressants or antihypertensive drugs the morning he came in for an IV treatment.

From Time ● Jan. 15, 2013

Other benefits of removing blood, including the lowering of blood pressure, can be obtained by the use of antihypertensive drugs.

From Bloodletting Instruments in the National Museum of History and Technology by Toby Appel