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?

Breastfeeding women can take Verapamil as it bears very minor side effects for them.

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?

Verapamil is rarely harmful for the heart.

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?

Forming a habit of Verapamil has not been reported.

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

After taking Verapamil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Verapamil can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Verapamil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Verapamil for mental disorders.

No

Verapamil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Verapamil

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Verapamil to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Verapamil

Taking Verapamil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe