Results for tag: "Nitroprusside"

Nitroprusside is a cardiovascular drug used to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure. It is a vasodilator, meaning it relaxes the walls of the blood vessels, allowing them to widen and reduce blood pressure. Nitroprusside is administered intravenously and works quickly, making it a useful drug for treating acute hypertension. It is also used to treat hypertensive emergencies, such as aortic dissection or stroke. Nitroprusside is often used in combination with other drugs, such as diuretics, to reduce blood pressure. Nitroprusside is available in both generic and brand-name formulations. Some of the companies that produce nitroprusside include Pfizer, Novartis, Mylan, and Teva Pharmaceuticals. Show Less Read more