The angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB)

They are highly specific competitive inhibitors of angiotensin I converting enzyme, (ACE), the enzyme responsible for the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. 2. Inhibit the breakdown of bradykinin, (see Appendix 1) Pharmacodynamics. In single dose studies, doses of 5-20 mg of ramipril lowered blood pressure within 1-2 hours. ................
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