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ACE inhibitor (medicine)


ACE inhibitor
<pharmacology> A group of antihypertensive medications that work by inhibiting an enzyme (angiotensin-converting enzyme) that is important in the regulation of blood pressure.

Studies have also indicated that it may help prevent or slow the progression of kidney disease in patients with diabetes.

Examples include: captopril, ramipril, enalapril, losartan potassium, bepridil and lisinopril.