verapamil(Calan, Verelan, Calan SR)
Non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (phenylalkylamine)
Pronunciation
/vəˈræpəmɪl/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- verapamil
- Brand names
- Calan, Verelan, Calan SR
- Therapeutic class
- Non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (phenylalkylamine)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take ER formulations whole; do not crush.
- Increase fluids and fiber to prevent constipation.
- Avoid grapefruit juice.
- Report swelling, slow heart rate, or fainting.
- Do not stop suddenly.
Sources
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