Nicardipine
Cardene is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain types of angina (chest pain). It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood and reducing oxygen demand on the heart muscle. This medication is typically prescribed when other blood pressure medications have not been effective or tolerated well.
Cardene is a brand-name calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina by relaxing and widening blood vessels.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 151490
- Generic
- Cardene
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and chronic stable angina (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart).
As a calcium channel blocker, Cardene prevents calcium from entering the smooth muscle cells of blood vessel walls, causing the vessels to relax and widen. This lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow, reducing the heart's workload and oxygen demand.
May cause headache, flushing, dizziness, or peripheral swelling. Should be used cautiously in patients with heart failure, liver problems, or certain heart conditions. Avoid abrupt discontinuation. Always follow dosage instructions and inform your doctor of all medications being taken to prevent interactions.
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