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ARB.

Angiotensin Receptor Blocker. A class of blood pressure medications that block the action of angiotensin II at its receptor. Often used as an alternative to ACE inhibitors in patients who experience cough as a side effect.

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What is arb?

Angiotensin Receptor Blocker. A class of blood pressure medications that block the action of angiotensin II at its receptor. Often used as an alternative to ACE inhibitors in patients who experience cough as a side effect.

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