ACE Inhibitors

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Overview

ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Converting Enzyme, are a group of Patented Medicines classified as Antihypertensives.

 

Therapeutic Usage of ACE Inhibitors

Cardiovascular System

 ACE Inhibitors are often prescribed to lower Blood Pressure in High Blood Pressure patients - ACE Inhibitors inhibit Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) that catalyzes the activation of Angiotensin to its active Angiotensin 2 form.  [1]

 

Metabolism

 ACE Inhibitors may help to prevent Diabetes Mellitus Type 2.  [2]

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