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Nifedipine is a medication classified as a calcium channel blocker, primarily used to treat hypertension and angina. The brand name Procardia is well-known as the marketed name for nifedipine.

Procardia works by relaxing the muscles of the heart and blood vessels, leading to lowered blood pressure and reduced strain on the heart. This makes it effective in managing conditions related to excess heart workload.

The other names do not correspond to nifedipine. Cardizem, for example, is the brand name for diltiazem, another calcium channel blocker. Lasix is a brand name for furosemide, which is a diuretic. Atenolol is a brand name for a beta-blocker, specifically used for treating high blood pressure and heart-related conditions. Each of these medications belongs to a different class and serves different therapeutic purposes.