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• n  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

• ACE inhibitor

News & Articles

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• New Warnings Regarding Blood Pressure Drugs
  OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Feb. 4, 2014) - Health Canada wishes to inform healthcare professionals and patients of the risks associated with combining more than one of the following blood pressure medicines: aliskiren (renin inhibitor), angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
  Feb. 4, 2014 - Marketwire