NCIt definition : A synthetic derivative of nitrophenyl-pyridine and potent calcium channel blocker,
Nicardipine (Nifedipine Family) blocks calcium ions from certain cell walls and inhibits
contraction of coronary and peripheral arteries, resulting in lowered oxygen requirements
for heart muscle and decreased arterial contraction and spasm. It is used clinically
as a cerebral and coronary vasodilator.;