Angiotensin II receptor antagonist

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Medchanism of action

Angiotensin II receptor antagonists block angiotensin II AT1 receptors.

Adverse effects

Angiotensin II receptor antagonists can cause hyperkalemia, but the rise in potassium may be less that occurs with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.[1]

References

  1. ↑ Bakris GL, Siomos M, Richardson D, et al (2000). "ACE inhibition or angiotensin receptor blockade: impact on potassium in renal failure. VAL-K Study Group". Kidney Int. 58 (5): 2084–92. DOI:10.1111/j.1523-1755.2000.00381.x. PMID 11044229. Research Blogging.
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