What is the onset of action of Cardene IV?: A Guide to Nicardipine Pharmacology
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Cardene I.V. (nicardipine) is a potent vasodilator that acts rapidly, with blood pressure beginning to fall within minutes of starting the infusion. This rapid action is what makes the onset of action of cardene IV so critical in acute settings, such as hypertensive emergencies and perioperative hypertension.
