Nisoldipine
Overview
Nisoldipine is a calcium-channel antagonist with actions and uses similar to those of nifedipine. It belongs to dihydropyridine class of calcium-channel antagonist that includes nifedipine, amlodipine, felodipine isradipine. In general, the dihydropyridine-type calcium-channel antagonists have more prominent effects on vasodilation and coronary flow than do diltiazem and verapamil. Nisoldipine is used in the treatment of Prinzmetal's angina, hypertension, and other vascular disorders such as Raynaud's phenomenon.
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Nisoldipine's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 8.5 to 34 mg | 21 (21.25) | 24 hourly | PO | For Angina Pectoris Prophylaxis, Hypertension:
Maintenance dose: |
| 10 mg | 10 (10) | 24 hourly | PO | For Angina Pectoris Prophylaxis, Hypertension:
Initial dose |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| No data regarding the Paedriatic dosage details of Nisoldipine is available. |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Nisoldipine is available. |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Nisoldipine
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