antihypertensive

noun

an·​ti·​hy·​per·​ten·​sive ˌan-tē-ˌhī-pər-ˈten(t)-siv How to pronounce antihypertensive (audio) ˌan-tī- How to pronounce antihypertensive (audio)
: a substance that is effective against high blood pressure
antihypertensive adjective

Examples of antihypertensive in a Sentence

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According to one study, apple juice may interact with certain antihistamines, antihypertensives, and antiasthmatic medications.22 However, these potential interactions are not well understood, making more research necessary. Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of antihypertensive was in 1941

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“Antihypertensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antihypertensive. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

antihypertensive

1 of 2 adjective
an·​ti·​hy·​per·​ten·​sive -ˌhī-pər-ˈten(t)-siv How to pronounce antihypertensive (audio)
variants also antihypertension
: used or effective against high blood pressure
antihypertensive drugs

antihypertensive

2 of 2 noun
: an antihypertensive agent (as a drug)
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