Which of the following is a difference between ACEIs and ARBs?
A. Unlike the ACEIs, the ARBs bind to the AT1 receptor and competitively antagonize the actions of angiotensin II.
B. Unlike the ACEIs, the ARBs are contraindicated during pregnancy.
C. Unlike the ACEIs, the ARBs block the enzymatic conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
D. Unlike the ACEIs, the ARBs increase bradykinin concentrations.
Answer: A
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