Nicardipine SR (Cont.)

When and How to Take Nicardipine SR

Some general considerations for when and how to take nicardipine SR include:
 
  • Nicardipine SR comes in the form of a capsule. Nicardipine SR is taken by mouth, usually twice a day.
     
  • It does not matter if you take nicardipine SR with or without food.
     
  • Nicardipine SR should be taken at the same times each day to maintain an even level of the drug in your blood.
     
  • For nicardipine SR to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Nicardipine SR will not work if you stop taking it.
     

Who Makes Nicardipine SR?

Nicardipine SR is made by Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc.
 

Nicardipine SR Strengths

Nicardipine SR capsules are available in three strengths:
 
  • Nicardipine SR 30 mg capsules
  • Nicardipine SR 45 mg capsules
  • Nicardipine SR 60 mg capsules.
     

Nicardipine SR Generic

Currently, there is no generic nicardipine SR licensed for sale.
 
(Click Generic Cardene SR for more information.)
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;