Verapamil Tablets
utilized to manage hypertension and to support cardiovascular rhythm by inhibiting intracellular calcium ion flow.
Strengths: 40 · 120mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Zoptin; Cordilox
- Therapeutic class
Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Phenylalkylamine
- Contraindications
severe hypotension; second or third-degree heart block; sick sinus syndrome
- Precautions and warnings
monitor pulse regularly; monitor for signs of heart failure
- Minor side effects
constipation; dizziness; nausea
- Moderate side effects
peripheral oedema; headache; flushing
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Abbott
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
grapefruit juice; beta-blockers; digoxin
- Age restrictions
Use as directed by a healthcare professional.
Serious side effects
bradycardia — requires immediate medical attention; heart failure — requires immediate medical attention; atrio-ventricular block — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
utilized to manage hypertension and to support cardiovascular rhythm by inhibiting intracellular calcium ion flow.
Mechanism of action
Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the entry of calcium ions into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells. This relaxation of blood vessels and reduced heart contractility helps lower blood pressure and manage arrhythmias.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Use only if necessary; consult a physician for assessment. Breastfeeding: excreted into milk; use with caution.
Verapamil Tablets
utilized to manage hypertension and to support cardiovascular rhythm by inhibiting intracellular calcium ion flow.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Verapamil
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris, Supraventricular Tachycardia
Available option
- 240 tablets - 120 mg297-120-mg-1581