New basic science initiatives with the angiotensin II receptor blocker valsartan
Summary Angiotensin II (Ang II) plays a key role in the regulation of blood pressure and fluid homeostasis. Valsartan is a highly selective Ang II receptor blocker that specifically and selectively blocks Ang II at the AT1-receptor. In animal models, valsartan has shown positive effects on vasoconst...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi - SAGE Publishing
2000-06-01
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Series: | Journal of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.3317/JRAAS.2000.052 |
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