Ingredient

Nifedipine Micronized

Nifedipine extended-release is an ingredient that dilates blood vessels to lower blood pressure and reduce the strain on the heart.

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MFDS ingredient code M260164

What does it do?

Nifedipine extended-release is a vasodilator that belongs to the calcium channel blocker class. It is primarily used for the treatment of hypertension and angina, serving the purpose of widening blood vessels to improve blood flow.

Nifedipine extended-release relaxes blood vessels by blocking the influx of calcium ions into vascular smooth muscle cells. As a result, blood vessels widen, blood pressure decreases, and the burden on the heart is reduced.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Nifedipine extended-release has smaller particles than regular nifedipine, allowing for faster absorption in the body and providing a consistent effect. This offers a more stable effect in blood pressure control and heart protection.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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