Hydralazine hydrochloride (1-hydrazinophthalazine monohydrochloride; Apresoline) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. A vasodilator, hydralazine works by relaxing blood vessels (arterioles more than venules) and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload. It also functions as an antioxidant. It inhibits membrane-bound enzymes that form reactive oxygen species, such as superoxides. Excessive superoxide counteracts NO-induced vasodilation. It is commonly used in the condition of pregnancy called preeclampsia.
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Noun 1. an antihypertensive drug (trade name Apresoline) that dilates blood vessels; used (often with a diuretic) to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure (synonym) hydralazine (hypernym) antihypertensive, antihypertensive drug
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