Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker is a prescription drug that helps to lower blood pressure in people with hypertension. Angiotensin II is a hormone that causes vasoconstriction thus blocking it from binding inhibits vasoconstriction. The blood vessels are more open as a result and the heart doesn't have to work as hard and blood pressure is lower.

1. Half-life range: 6-24 hours
2. Side effects: Stomach problems, back and leg pain, dizziness, insomnia, upper respiratory infectionMayo Clinic: Angiotensin II receptor blockers
3. Prescribed: If ACE inhibitors are not well tolerated
4. Uses: May delay diabetic nephropathy in type II diabetes patients
5. Advantages: Does not break down kinins to cause cough or angioedema like ACE inhibitors
6. Invented: 1986
7. First produced: Losartan
8. Not for use by pregnant womenMayo Clinic: Angiotensin II receptor blockers

In 2008, a comparative study using a large database of medical records revealed that patients taking angiotensin II receptor blockers are 35-40 percent less likely to develop Alzheimer's, and that patients already developing Alzheimer's were up to 45 percent less likely to develop delirium, be admitted to nursing homes or die.Physorg.com: Angiotensin receptor blockers are lower incidence, progression of Alzheimer's disease It is believed that their effectiveness may stem from their promotion of nerve recovery.Physorg.com: Angiotensin receptor blockers are lower incidence, progression of Alzheimer's disease It's possible that these effects will lead to their widespread use to prevent Alzheimer's. Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking any Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker.

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