Drug Name:Nimodipine
Drug Class:Calcium channel blocker
Mechanism of Action:
  • Inhibits calcium influx into smooth muscle cells, leading to vasodilation
  • Selective for cerebral vasculature
Use:
  • Prevention and treatment of vasospasm following subarachnoid hemorrhage
  • Off-label use for migraine prophylaxis
Side Effects:
  • Hypotension
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to nimodipine or other dihydropyridines
  • Hypotension
  • Severe hepatic impairment
Specialty:
  • Neurology
  • Emergency medicine