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Are there any generic angiotensin receptor blockers available, that are cheap?

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Losartan: Losartan is the only generic angiotensin receptor blocker available at this time. There are however several inexpensive angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors available which generally work as well and would be a good option unless you have side effects such as cough from it.

Answered 7/30/2018

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