Niguldipine

Niguldipine is a calcium channel blocker that is primarily used in the treatment of hypertension. It is a dihydropyridine derivative and is similar to other drugs in this class such as amlodipine and nifedipine. Niguldipine works by inhibiting the influx of calcium ions into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac muscle, which results in vasodilation and a reduction in blood pressure.

Pharmacology

Niguldipine, like other calcium channel blockers, works by blocking the influx of calcium ions into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells. This results in a decrease in intracellular calcium levels, which leads to relaxation of the smooth muscle cells and vasodilation. This ultimately leads to a reduction in blood pressure.

Clinical Use

Niguldipine is primarily used in the treatment of hypertension. It may also be used in the treatment of angina pectoris and certain types of arrhythmia. Niguldipine is usually administered orally, and its effects can be seen within a few hours of administration.

Side Effects

Like other calcium channel blockers, niguldipine can cause a number of side effects. These may include dizziness, headache, flushing, and edema. In rare cases, niguldipine may cause more serious side effects such as heart failure or arrhythmia.

See Also

• Calcium channel blocker
• Hypertension
• Angina pectoris
• Arrhythmia

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