- angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor as a noun:
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angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
noun
1 angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
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.
synonym: ACE inhibitor.
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