antihypertensive agent
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antihypertensive agent
(′an·tē′hī·pər′ten·siv ′ā·jənt)
(pharmacology) A substance, such as reserpine, that reduces hypertension.
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antihypertensive agent
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Medication used to lower elevated blood pressure (e.g., diuretics, beta-blockers, and vasodilators).
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