Nicardipine
ATC Code
C08CA04
Nicardipine
Definition
A synthetic derivative of nitrophenyl-pyridine and potent calcium channel blocker, Nicardipine (Nifedipine Family) blocks calcium ions from certain cell walls and inhibits contraction of coronary and peripheral arteries, resulting in lowered oxygen requirements for heart muscle and decreased arterial contraction and spasm. It is used clinically as a cerebral and coronary vasodilator.
Also known as NICARDIPINE — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC C08CA04 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C66879 per NCIT
- SCTID 108526002 per RXNORM
- SCTID 372502001 per RXNORM
- UNII CZ5312222S per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertensive disorder | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Prinzmetal angina | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |