ACE INHIBITOR
\ˈe͡ɪs ɪnhˈɪbɪtə], \ˈeɪs ɪnhˈɪbɪtə], \ˈeɪ_s ɪ_n_h_ˈɪ_b_ɪ_t_ə]\
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antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin 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 administered after uncomplicated heart attacks
By Princeton University
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Platidiam
- An inorganic water-soluble platinum complex. After undergoing hydrolysis, it reacts DNA produce both intra interstrand crosslinks. These crosslinks appear to impair replication and transcription of DNA. The cytotoxicity cisplatin correlates with cellular arrest in G2 phase cell cycle.