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Understanding What are Vasoconstrictor and Vasodilator Drugs?

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Approximately 32 million American adults take medication for hypertension, many of which are vasodilator drugs. So, what are vasoconstrictor and vasodilator drugs, and how do they impact the cardiovascular system to manage conditions like high or low blood pressure?. These two opposing classes of medications are essential tools in modern medicine, each serving distinct purposes depending on a patient's cardiovascular needs.