Nicardipine

FDA Drug Profile — Nicardipine hydrochloride

Nicardipine is listed in the FDA National Drug Code directory with 2 NDC codes, marketed under brand name including Nicardipine hydrochloride. Available dosage form: capsule.

Drug Details

Generic Name
Nicardipine
Brand Names
Nicardipine hydrochloride
Application Number
ANDA218202
Sponsor
Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC
NDC Codes
2
Dosage Forms
CAPSULE
Routes
ORAL
Active Ingredients
NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Indications and Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Nicardipine hydrochloride injection is a calcium channel blocker indicated for the short-term treatment of hypertension when oral therapy is not feasible. 1.1 Hypertension Nicardipine hydrochloride injection is indicated for the short-term treatment of hypertension when oral therapy is not feasible or desirable. For prolonged control of blood pressure, transfer patients to oral medication as soon as their clinical condition permits [see Dosage and Administration (2.6) ].