Neprilysin

Neprilysin is an enzyme in the body that helps break down and remove certain proteins, including some involved in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance. By breaking down these compounds, it plays a role in controlling blood pressure and reducing strain on the heart. Medications that inhibit neprilysin, like sacubitril, are used to treat heart failure by enhancing the beneficial effects of these proteins, helping the heart work more effectively and reducing symptoms. In essence, neprilysin acts as a regulator, balancing the levels of specific molecules that influence cardiovascular health.