nifedipine

noun

ni·fed·i·pine | \ nə-ˈfe-də-ˌpēn ,

-pən \

Definition of nifedipine

: a calcium channel blocker C₁₇H₁₈N₂O₆ that is a coronary vasodilator used especially in the treatment of angina pectoris

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Some drugs that treat high blood pressure, such as Procardia and Adalat CC (both nifedipine). • — Kathy R. Byrnes, Cincinnati.com, "Dr. says no grapefruit – Here’s why," 6 Aug. 2017

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nifedipine

noun

ni·fed·i·pine | \ nī-ˈfed-ə-ˌpēn

\

Medical Definition of nifedipine

: a calcium channel blocker C₁₇H₁₈N₂O₆ that is a coronary vasodilator used especially in the treatment of angina pectoris — see adalat, procardia

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