CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERNicardipine Infusion Setup
Dose Selection
mg/hr
Initial: 5. Titrate to goal.
Concentration
mg/mL
Standard: 0.1 mg/mL (25mg/250mL) or 2.5 (premixed)
Nicardipine Rate
Calculate the required mL/hr rate for IV Nicardipine (Cardene) based on mg/hr dosing goals.
Guidelines & Evidence
Verified
Last Review: 2026
Last Comprehensive Review: 2026
