Which of the following classes of drugs was originally obtained from the plant leaves of Digitalis purpurea and Digitalis lanata?
A. Cardiac glycosides
B. Diuretics
C. Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors
D. Angiotensin receptor blockers
Answer: A
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