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ACE inhibitors primarily help to lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, but they are often more effective in reducing systolic blood pressure. By inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme, these medications promote vasodilation and decrease blood volume, which can lead to a more significant drop in systolic pressure. Overall, ACE inhibitors contribute to improved overall blood pressure management.

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In volleyball what is an ace?

Any time the receiving team does not have "two controlled touches" on the ball, and does not get it back over the net, an ace is awarded. Example: The receiver misses the ball completely. Ace. Example: The receiver makes contact, but shanks the pass out of bounds. Ace. Example: The receiver shanks the pass into the back of the middle's head. Not a controlled second touch. Ace. Example: The receiver makes a beautiful pass, but the setter forgets to set it and the ball hits the floor. While naively you might not consider this an ace because of the good pass, technically it is an ace indeed because there was no second controlled touch. Example: The serve hits the receiver in the head but somehow bounces over the net into the serving team's court. Despite the lack of "controlled touch" by the receiving team, the ball was kept in play so obviously not an ace.


Is clonidine a ace inhibitor?

Clonidine is not an ACE inhibitor. It is used for lowering blood pressure and has other uses as well.


How can an ACE help mediate her blood pressure?

An ACE inhibitor (or angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitor) is a pharmaceutical drug used primarily for the treatment of elevated blood pressure. This group of drugs causes dilation of blood vessels, which results in lower blood pressure. ACE inhibitors decrease the tension of blood vessels and blood volume, thus lowering blood pressure.


What do the words systolic and diastolic mean when reading a person's blood pressure?

Typical resting BP parameters we use at the hospital are 180/90 for systolic and 100/40 for diastolic. While 170 is on the higher side for systolic, 170/85 is an acceptable BP reading, given we don't know your age, physical condition, or lifestyle. Source: Work in a hospital. Another answer: While some people have specific situations that may result in higher blood pressure, 180/100 cited above would not be considered a normal blood pressure. Someone with such a blood pressure, for example, would not be cleared to do many jobs in our area, would not be able to obtain a commerical drivers license, etc. Normal blood pressure is considered 120/80 or below for most healthy adults.


Is ace diet pills safe to take with high blood pressure?

No, Ace diet pills are not safe to take with high blood pressure. If you are taking high blood pressure medication, it is best to speak with your doctor to find safer alternatives.


What does ACE inhibitor blocks?

ACE inhibitors block ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme), an enzyme that converts angiotensin1 to angiotensin2. Angiotensin2 is a potent vasoconstrictor. Thus ACEI reduces the production of angiotensin2, thereby reducing blood pressure.


What will happen to a person treated with ACE inhibitors?

Hopefully lower their blood pressure.


What effects do ACE inhibitors have on the body?

The main benefit of an ACE inhibitor is to reduce blood pressure. It accomplishes this by blocking enzyme activity that causes blood vessels to constrict.


What are ACE enzymes?

ACE stands for Angiotensin Converting Enzyme. Angiotensin II is the most potent vasoconstrictor in your body. In order to get from Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II, there is an enzyme required for this reaction to occur. ACE inhibitors are used to treat high blood pressure (and congestive heart failure) and they exert their effect by blocking the enzyme.


What is use of ACE inhibitors?

ACE inhibitors lower your blood pressure. For the fuller story, see below... "ACE" is an acronym for Angiotensin Converting Enzyme. The liver makes an enzyme called Angiotensinogen. This is modified by another enzyme (renin), and is then renamed Angiotensin I. Its changed into its functional form, Angiotensin II, by ACE (formed in the lungs). Among its other functions, Angiotensin II constricts or narrows the diameter of blood vessels, making blood pressure go up. So, an ACE inhibitor, slows down the conversion of Angiotensin I into Angiotensin II, resulting in lower blood pressure.


Is metoprolol tartrate an ace inhibitor?

No, metoprolol tartrate is not an ACE inhibitor; it is a beta-blocker. It is primarily used to manage high blood pressure and heart-related conditions by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the heart. ACE inhibitors, on the other hand, work by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure.


What drugs end in 'pril'?

Mainly, ACE-inhibitors (ACE = Angiotensin Converting Enzyme) have "pril" in the suffix. These drugs are sued for high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.