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Nimodipine

Anti hypertensives

Description

Nimodipine (C21H26N2O7) is a second-generation 1,4-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It was initially invented for the management of systemic hypertension. However, its use is restricted mainly to managing vasospasm following subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Mechanism of action

It enters the brain and it acts by blocking the entry of extra cellular calcium in smooth muscle cells and neurons.

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Mechanism of action

It enters the brain and it acts by blocking the entry of extra cellular calcium in smooth muscle cells and neurons.

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