Cardene SR and Replesta

• Generic Name: nicardipine
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Cardene IV, Cardene SR, Cardene

Nicardipine is used alone or together with other medicines to treat severe chest pain (angina) or 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: cholecalciferol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Carlson D, Ddrops, Decara, Enfamil D-Vi-Sol, Replesta, Thera-D 2000, UpSpringbaby D, Vitamin D3, Aqueous Vitamin D, Bio-D-Mulsion, Bio-D-Mulsion Forte, BProtected Pedia D-Vite, D-Vi-Sol, Dialyvite Vitamin D 5000, Dialyvite Vitamin D3 Max, Pronutrients Vitamin D3, Opurity Vitamin D, VitaJoy Daily D Gummies, D3 Dots, VitaMelts Vitamin D

Replesta is vitamin D3. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium.

Replesta is used as a dietary supplement in people who do not get enough vitamin D in their diets to maintain adequate health.

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