ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination
ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination
ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination (pronunciation: A-C-E inhibitor and thy-a-zide combination) is a type of medication used primarily in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Etymology
The term "ACE inhibitor" is an acronym for Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitor. These drugs inhibit the action of the angiotensin-converting enzyme, which plays a crucial role in the RAS that regulates blood pressure. "Thiazide" refers to a class of diuretics that promote water loss from the body, thereby lowering blood pressure. The combination of these two types of drugs provides a synergistic effect in managing hypertension.
Usage
The ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination is used to treat patients with hypertension who have not responded adequately to monotherapy with either drug alone. The combination can also be used in patients with congestive heart failure, diabetes, or kidney disease who also have hypertension.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination
- Wikipedia's article - ACE inhibitor and thiazide combination
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