heart and blood vessel disorders
Medications for Treatment of High Blood Pressure
Angiotensin II receptor blockers
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) lower blood pressure by a mechanism similar to the one used by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors: They directly block the action of angiotensin II, which causes arterioles to constrict. Because the mechanism is more direct, angiotensin II receptor blockers may cause fewer side effects than angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.