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A 39-year-old male asked:

Can people with inflammatory bowel disease (crohn's, ibs, etc) use angiotensin receptor blockers for hypertension?

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Dr. Hiep Leanswered

Nephrology and Dialysis 44 years experience

Yes, there are no contraindications and these drugs are still absorbed and effective.

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Answered Jan 30, 2023

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