Definition of Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB)

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Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB)

The term 'Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB)' as it applies to the area of hospitals can be defined as 'A drug used to treat patients with heart failure and a decreased function of the left heart. ARBs block the action of a hormone that can narrow blood vessels. This helps reduce the pressure in the heart and lower blood pressure'.

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