Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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ACE inhibitor | Yes | No | No | No |
Vasotec | Yes | No | No | No |
ACE inhibitor (noun) | Vasotec (noun) |
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an antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure | an ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks |