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Nicardipine

Generic Name
Nicardipine
Brand Names
Cardene
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C26H29N3O6
CAS Number
55985-32-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
CZ5312222S

Overview

A potent calcium channel blockader with marked vasodilator action. It has antihypertensive properties and is effective in the treatment of angina and coronary spasms without showing cardiodepressant effects. It has also been used in the treatment of asthma and enhances the action of specific antineoplastic agents. [PubChem]

Background

A potent calcium channel blockader with marked vasodilator action. It has antihypertensive properties and is effective in the treatment of angina and coronary spasms without showing cardiodepressant effects. It has also been used in the treatment of asthma and enhances the action of specific antineoplastic agents. [PubChem]

Indication

Used for the management of patients with chronic stable angina and for the treatment of hypertension.

Associated Conditions

  • Chronic Stable Angina Pectoris
  • Hypertension
  • Migraine
  • Blood pressure >185/110 mm Hg arterial hypertension

FDA Approved Products

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer:Burel Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:30 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/09/07
NDC:35573-458
Nicardipine Hydrochloride
Manufacturer:Carilion Materials Management
Route:ORAL
Strength:20 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2013/09/27
NDC:68151-0092
CARDENE IV
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:.20 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2022/03/28
NDC:43066-016
Cardene IV
Manufacturer:Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:0.20 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2022/03/28
NDC:43066-024
NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer:HF Acquisition Co LLC, DBA HealthFirst
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:0.1 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2020/03/20
NDC:51662-1428

Singapore Approved Products

No Singapore products found for this drug

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