Cardene Intravenous and Ultiva

• Generic Name: nicardipine
• Dosage Forms: sustained release capsules
• Other Brand Names: Cardene IV, Cardene SR, Cardene

Nicardipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled .

Nicardipine is a calcium channel blocker. It works by affecting the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. As a result, nicardipine relaxes blood vessels and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

• Generic Name: remifentanil
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Ultiva

Ultiva is an opioid medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic.

Ultiva is used to treat or prevent pain during and after surgery or other medical procedures.

Ultiva may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.