• Trade – Nipride 
• Class – Antihypertensive agent
• MOA – Causes direct relaxation of both arteries and veins 
• Indication – HTN emergencies 
• Contraindications – Hypotension, increased ICP, cerebrovascular disease, coronary artery disease, hepatic disease, renal disease, pulmonary disease.
• Side effects – Cyanide or thiocyanate toxicity, N/V, dizziness, headache, restlessness, abdominal pain, methemoglobinemia.
• Dosing 

Adult 0.3-10mcg/kg/min

Pedi 0.5 – 10mcg/kg/min