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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.
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Cyanide works by making the human body unable to use oxygen.
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More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.
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For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.