Sublingual nifedipine controversy in drug delivery.
Nifedipine, given sublingually, has become increasingly common for treatment of cardiovascular crises. While this may seem an expedient and safe method to reduce blood pressure, controversial issues have surfaced that emphasize the need for cautious drug delivery. Moreover, sublingual administration of nifedipine is not currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
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D000286:Administration, Sublingual; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D009543:Nifedipine / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use
D009543:Nifedipine