Verapamil



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Verapamil Information



Verapamil Benefits & Uses

Verapamil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Verapamil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Verapamil Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Verapamil safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Verapamil. If you are pregnant, do not take Verapamil without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Verapamil safe during breastfeeding?


    Verapamil has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Verapamil on the Kidneys?


    Verapamil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Verapamil on the Liver?


    Verapamil has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Verapamil on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Verapamil on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Verapamil with Other Drugs

Verapamil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Verapamil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Verapamil unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Verapamil

  • Is this Verapamil habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Verapamil is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Verapamil can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Verapamil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Verapamil in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Verapamil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Verapamil


    Verapamil may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Verapamil


    Taking alcohol with Verapamil can be dangerous.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Verapamil hydrochloride

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 535

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1263-1264

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