Cardene SR and Ultram ER

• 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: tramadol
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: ConZip, Ultram, Ultram ER, Rybix ODT, Ryzolt

Ultram ER is an pain medicine similar to an opioid (sometimes called, a narcotic).

Ultram ER is used to treat moderate to severe pain.

The extended-release form of Ultram ER is for around-the-clock treatment of pain. This form of tramadol is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.

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