K D Raemsch et al.
Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979), 5(4 Pt 2), II18-II24 (1983-07-01)
Nifedipine is almost completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract as shown by plasma levels after sublingual, oral, and rectal administration. Because of presystemic metabolism, the bioavailability is about 56% to 77%. After oral administration of 10 mg, the mean plasma