Nitrendipine

Generic Name
Nitrendipine
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C18H20N2O6
CAS Number
39562-70-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9B627AW319
Background

Nitrendipine is a calcium channel blocker with marked vasodilator action. It is an effective antihypertensive agent and differs from other calcium channel blockers in that it does not reduce glomerular filtration rate and is mildly natriuretic, rather than sodium retentive.

Indication

For the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension

Associated Conditions
Hypertension
Associated Therapies
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