Verapamil Benefits & Uses

Verapamil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Angina

Other Benefits

Arrhythmia
Supraventricular Tachycardia

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 Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Verapamil is used -

Moderate

Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Blurred vision

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Dizziness
Dyspepsia
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Flushing
Paresthesia
Dry Mouth
Urticaria
Insomnia
Diarrhoea

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

Atenolol

Colchicine

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Clonidine

Metformin

Ketoconazole

Ibuprofen

Aspirin

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 -

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Heart Failure
Myasthenia Gravis
Aortic Stenosis
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

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