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How does an ?ace inhibitor work as a?anti hypertensive and also act as a diuretic?
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Inhibits enzyme: Ace inhibitors inhibit angiotensin converting enzyme.
Answered 8/2/2013
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Vasodilatation: Ace inhibitors block an enzyme in the body and result in vasodilatation (relaxing the blood vessels) and thus lower the blood pressure. They are not diuretics, but can be combined in a pill with diuretics.
Answered 4/18/2013
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