candassartan is used as a (an):
- A. Diuretic
- B. Antihypertensive
- C. Hypnotic
- D. Sedative
- E. Antidepressant.
The answer is (B) Antihypertensive.
Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It works by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a hormone that causes blood vessels to constrict. By blocking the action of angiotensin II, candesartan helps to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
Candesartan is a safe and effective medication for treating high blood pressure. It is generally well-tolerated and has few side effects.
The other options are incorrect:
- Diuretics are medications that help the body to remove excess fluid. They are often used to treat high blood pressure, but they are not the same as ARBs.
- Hypnotics are medications that induce sleep. They are not used to treat high blood pressure.
- Sedatives are medications that calm the central nervous system. They are not used to treat high blood pressure.
- Antidepressants are medications that are used to treat depression. They are not used to treat high blood pressure.
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