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