Cat Number: PIGD-0166

Nicardipine HCl Capsule 20 mg 90/bottle

Synonyms

2-(benzyl-methyl amino)ethyl methyl 1,4-dihydro-2,6-dimethyl-4-(m-nitrophenyl)-3,5-pyridinedicarboxylate monohydrochloride

Description

I. Stable Angina
Nicardipine hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the management of patients with chronic stable angina (effort-associated angina). Nicardipine hydrochloride capsules may be used alone or in combination with beta-blockers.

II. Hypertension
Nicardipine hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the treatment of hypertension. Nicardipine hydrochloride capsules may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs. In administering nicardipine hydrochloride it is important to be aware of the relatively large peak to trough differences in blood pressure effect.

Molecular Weight

515.99

Appearance

greenish-yellow, odorless, crystalline powder

Brand Reference

Cardene

Strength

20 mg

NDC Number

42806-501-09

Size

Melting Point