Nicardipine Intravenous and Tekturna

• Generic Name: nicardipine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• 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 .

Nicardipine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

• Generic Name: aliskiren
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Tekturna

Tekturna (aliskiren) is blood pressure medicine. It works by decreasing substances in the body that narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure.

Tekturna is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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