Calan, Calan SR, Verelan, Verelan PM, Verelan PM, Verelan PM
Verapamil Hcl Er
Treats high blood pressure, severe angina, and arrhythmia. This medicine is a calcium channel blocker.
Antianginal, Antiarrhythmic, Group IV, Antihypertensive, Antimigraine, Cardiovascular Agent
Long Acting Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet
By mouth
Verelan is used to treat adults with hypertension. It is also used to treat angina, arrhythmia, cluster headaches and other conditions as prescribed by your doctor. Verelan relaxes blood vessels and the heart muscles so blood can flow more easily. This lowers blood pressure, prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. It is available as a capsule.
Long Acting Capsule
Tablet
Long Acting Tablet
Capsule Extended Release 24 Hour 120MG
Capsule Extended Release 24 Hour 180MG
Capsule Extended Release 24 Hour 240MG
Capsule Extended Release 24 Hour 360MG
Verelan
120mg capsule extended release 24 hour
Verelan
180mg capsule extended release 24 hour
Verelan
240mg capsule extended release 24 hour
Verelan
360mg capsule extended release 24 hour
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Swallow the extended-release tablet or extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
If you take the Verelan® or Verelan® PM extended-release capsule, you may open it and pour the medicine into a small amount of applesauce. Stir this mixture well and swallow it without chewing.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Swallow the extended-release tablet or extended-release capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
If you take the Verelan® or Verelan® PM extended-release capsule, you may open it and pour the medicine into a small amount of applesauce. Stir this mixture well and swallow it without chewing.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to verapamil.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, nerve disease, or muscle disease. Tell your doctor about all heart problems that you have.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Heart failureLow blood pressureLiver problemsChanges in heart rhythm
This medicine may make you dizzy or lightheaded. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you use this medicine.
Your blood pressure may go up if you stop using this medicine. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Even if you feel well, do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Some medicines can affect how verapamil works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Aspirin, carbamazepine, cimetidine, clonidine, cyclosporine, digitalis, digoxin, erythromycin, everolimus, ivabradine, lithium, phenobarbital, rifampin, ritonavir, sirolimus, telithromycin, temsirolimus, theophylline, vecuroniumBlood pressure medicine (including atenolol, metoprolol, prazosin, timolol)Cancer medicines (including cisplatin, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, paclitaxel, prednisone, procarbazine, vindesine)Diuretic (water pill)Medicine for heart rhythm problem (including disopyramide, flecainide, quinidine)Statin medicine
Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.
Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you use this medicine.
Your blood pressure may go up if you stop this medicine. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Even if you feel well, do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Serious Side Effects
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your legs, feet, or ankles
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Chest pain, trouble breathing
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fast, slow, uneven, or pounding heartbeat
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Less Serious Side Effects
Constipation
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