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What is the generic name?
NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
What is the Trade Name for NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE?
Nicardipine Hydrochloride
What are the Indications for NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE?
- INDICATIONS AND USAGE 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 it is important to be aware of the relatively large peak to trough differences in blood pressure effect (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ).
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