Simple English explanation with example
- Lowers blood pressure in the body
- Relaxes blood vessels for better flow
- Reduces strain on the heart
- Helps prevent heart and kidney problems
- Example: controls high blood pressure
Scientific explanation
- Modulates renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
- Blocks calcium channels or beta receptors
- Alters fluid balance and sodium excretion
- Reduces vascular resistance and cardiac workload
- Produces antihypertensive and cardioprotective effects