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Definition of Vasodilators
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Vasodilators: Agents that act as blood vessel dilators (vasodilators) and open vessels by relaxing their muscular walls. For example, nitroglycerin is a vasodilator. So are the ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitors.