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Synonym of Ace inhibitor
ACE inhibitor
Noun 1. antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin 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 administered after uncomplicated heart attacks (synonym) angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (hypernym) antihypertensive, antihypertensive drug (hyponym) captopril, Capoten | ||||