Dihydropyridine CCBs
Amlodipine
being our familiar friend
Nifedipine
| Uses: | Hypertension, Raynaud's |
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| Mechanism of action | blocks vascular L-type calcium channels |
| Net effect | vasodilation of arterial resistance vessels increased coronary perfusion |
| Dose | |
| Pharmacokinetics | Absorption Distribution Metabolism Elimination t½ 2h |
| Time course of action | t 1/2 4h |
| Adverse effects Contraindications |
flushing, constipation, peripheral oedema acute angina, significant aortic stenosis, cardiogenic shock |
Nimodipine
| Uses: | reduce vasospasm in SAH |
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| Mechanism of action | dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker - specific affinity for cerebral blood vessels |
| Net effect | |
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| Elimination | |
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