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The suffix for angiotensin II inhibitor aka angiotensin receptor blockers ?
Used in the treatment of? |
-sartan
hypertension |
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Drugs within the angiotensin II inhibitor classification?
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Lorsartan (Cozaar)
Valsartan (Diovan) Irbesartan (Avapro) Candesartan (Atacand) |
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The prototype angiotensin II inhibitors ?
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Losartan
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angiotensin II inhibitors work by
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compete with angiotensin II for tissue binding sites and prevent angiotensin II form combining with its receptors in the body.
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Once angiotensin II inhibitors therapy begins, when will the effects on blood pressure take place?
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3-6 weeks
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