Verapamil

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Verapamil is used for: Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following: Angina 1. Common side effects include: See WARNINGS for discussion of heart failure, hypotension, elevated liver enzymes, AV block, and rapid ventricular response.. What it is used for: Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following: Angina 1. Angina at rest including:, Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s variant) angina, Unstable (crescendo, pre-infarction) angina 2. Chronic stable angina (classic effort-associated angina) Arrhythmias 1. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

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Brand names

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What it is used for

Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following: Angina 1. Angina at rest including:, Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s variant) angina, Unstable (crescendo, pre-infarction) angina 2. Chronic stable angina (classic effort-associated angina) Arrhythmias 1.

Common side effects

See WARNINGS for discussion of heart failure, hypotension, elevated liver enzymes, AV block, and rapid ventricular response. Reversible (upon discontinuation of verapamil) non-obstructive, paralytic ileus has been infrequently reported in association with the use of verapamil.

Do not use if (contraindications)

Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are contraindicated in: 1. Severe left ventricular dysfunction (see WARNINGS ) 2. Hypotension (systolic pressure less than 90 mm Hg) or cardiogenic shock 3. Sick sinus syndrome (except in patients with a functioning artificial ventricular pacemaker) 4.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Pregnancy (label summary): Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding (label summary): Nursing mothers: Verapamil is excreted in human milk. Because of the potential for adverse reactions in nursing infants from verapamil, nursing should be discontinued while verapamil is administered.

Common questions

What is Verapamil used for?
Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following: Angina 1. Angina at rest including:, Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s variant) angina, Unstable (crescendo, pre-infarction) angina 2. Chronic stable angina (classic effort-associated angina) Arrhythmias 1.

What are the side effects of Verapamil?
See WARNINGS for discussion of heart failure, hypotension, elevated liver enzymes, AV block, and rapid ventricular response. Reversible (upon discontinuation of verapamil) non-obstructive, paralytic ileus has been infrequently reported in association with the use of verapamil.

Who should not take Verapamil?
Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are contraindicated in: 1. Severe left ventricular dysfunction (see WARNINGS ) 2. Hypotension (systolic pressure less than 90 mm Hg) or cardiogenic shock 3. Sick sinus syndrome (except in patients with a functioning artificial ventricular pacemaker) 4.

Can I take Verapamil in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy (label summary): Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

What is the dose of Verapamil?
Not provided here. Ask a doctor or pharmacist.

What is Verapamil?
Verapamil is used for: Verapamil Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following: Angina 1. Common side effects include: See WARNINGS for discussion of heart failure, hypotension, elevated liver enzymes, AV block, and rapid ventricular response.