Manidipine is a calcium channel blocker that is used clinically as an antihypertensive. Target: Calcium ChannelManidipine is a dihydropyridine calcium antagonist, which causes systemic vasodilation by inhibiting the voltage-dependent calcium inward currents in smooth muscle cells. Manidipine was well tolerated in clinical trials, with most adverse effects related to vasodilation [1]. Manidipine is a lipophilic, third-generation dihydropyridine calcium channel antagonist with a high degree of selectivity for the vasculature, thereby inducing marked peripheral vasodilation with negligible cardiodepression. manidipine represents a first-line treatment option for patients with essential mild-to-moderate hypertension [2]. Manidipine has neutral effects on glucose and lipid metabolism and is generally well tolerated. Manidipine thus represents a first-line option for lowering BP in patients with mild-to-moderate hypertension [3].
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