Verapamil Side Effects

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Verapamil, sold under various trade names,[1] is a calcium channel blocker medication used for the treatment of high blood pressure, angina (chest pain from not enough blood flow to the heart), and supraventricular tachycardia.[7] It may also be used for the prevention of migraines and cluster headaches.[8][9] It is given by mouth or by injection into a vein.[7] Common side effects include headache, low blood pres...

Please tell me what verapamil er is used for and the side effects of using this drug? I entered the name of the medicine. What is the wrong word that i used? ## Hello, Citygirl! How are you? Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, dry cough and hypotension. As to the word, it's entering the letters that you see in the little box, it's used to prevent spam on the site. All you need to do is enter exactly what you see in there and your post will submit. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have been taking verapamil for 1 year and have been getting muscular aches that are so bad I have trouble getting out ...

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oval blue mylan 244 ## Yes, this is a 120mg Verapamil tablet, it is a calcium channel blocker used to treat conditions such as Angina and Hypertension. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Read more here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## DOES VERAPAMIL WORK AS A WATER PILL?

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First day of verapamil 240er and wit in 2 hours of taking skin on palms had bue spots and extremely cold. Also had chills and BP up to 144 /70..was normal in am Chills continued all day. Began to fell better about 12 hours lster ## Hello, Sep! How are you doing? Sorry about the problems you experienced. These can be normal side effects of taking Verapamil, since it does work on blood flow, to lower blood pressure. The blood pressure elevation was most likely just due to your worrying about it and being active during the day. Learn more Verapamil details here. But that coldness of extremities doesn't usually go away, like other side effects will as you get used to the medication. Have you consulted your doctor? This might not be the right medication for you to take. ## have been take...

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I have been taking Calan SR pills to control my heart palpitations for 10 years. I am being forced to move to the genetic Verapamil SR. I have a mitro valve prolapse. I have tried to use this generic before but it does not control by palpitations. What are the best manufacturers for this drug? Is there a different generic I can take that would help me? Thanks to all that answer ## Hello, John! How are you? Verapamil SR is the generic name for the medication, it is not the name of one by any particular manufacturer. Do you remember any other details about the one you tried, before, such as the manufacturer, how it looked, or the markings on it? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination.

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I am taking a high blood pressure medication, Verapamil, and I am just starting on Vyvanse. I'm not sure if this is going to affect my blood pressure in a bad way. Any help? ## Vynase is a stimulant medication, therefore, yes it can cause an elevation in your blood pressure and heart rate. Where these both prescribed by the same doctor? Do they know of your blood pressure problem and that you take medications for it? Other side effects to Vynase can include: nausea, insomnia and weight loss. You can read more on it here:

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WHAT IS THIS MEDICINE FOR ## Verapamil extended release (240 mg) has been used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, and most recently, cluster headaches. To view more detailed information about this drug, please visit the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Does verapsmil causes bone disorder? ## Is there a difference between verapamil hcl er and verapamil er? ## I am just getting ready to take my very 1st Verapamil er pm 300 mg pill, i worry about side effects big time, the e r doctor had me on cartia xt 180 mg extented release capsules, then after 7 days upped those to 360 mg's, still kept my b/p the same 167/99 [115]<<<pulse. So i am nervous, for good reason, and why would...

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One side is marked 120 The other side is 2 triangles pointing at each other ## Yes, this is a 120mg Verapamil tablet, it is a calcium channel blocker used to treat conditions such as Angina and Hypertension. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Read more here: Is there anything else I can help you with?

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I have been taking verapamil 120 sr for many years. New dr changed to verapamil 120 no sr. I seem to be having headaches since. Could the change be making a difference with side effects? ## Hello, Yammie! How are you? Yes, it you are taking the regular release now, that could cause more side effects, because all of the medication is released at once, rather than slowly over a period of hours. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness and hypotension. Have you informed your doctor? They should be able to switch you back to the SR.

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I have been put on verapamil 120 3 times a day plus flecaninde 50g twice a day. I have been on verapamil for a few months. My consultant has just added flecaninde for vt. Are these drugs safe together? ## Hello, Ang! How are you? Yes and they are often prescribed together to get better control of high blood pressure, congestive heart failure or edema. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and dehydration. Is there anything else I can help with?

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VERAPAMIL HCL 120MG SA TAB ## IS VERAPAMIL 120MG TABLET SA ZEN, THE SAME AS VERAPAMIL 120 ER? ## In regards to Vera's questions, yes they are the same. Both the SA and the ER designate them as being time released formulations of the medication. You can learn more Verapamil details here. Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that's used to help treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, headache, hypotension and stomach pain. Are there any questions or comments? Is there anything I can help with?

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Started taking Verapamil for chronic migraines--started with low dose and gradually increased. As I increased, the joints in both elbows became so painful, hard to put on a jacket or open a jar...muscles in arms are also very sore...both arms are equally sore. I am a strong person, had no trauma to the arms, and problem only started with verapamil use. Doctor does not believe it's the medication, but pharmacy told me joint pain could be a side effect. So confused...I love verapamil as it has taken my chronic headaches/migraines away and I love it! but can't handle this joint/arm pain much longer---any input would be fantastic! ## Hello, Skunkbuns! How are you? Yes, even the U.S. FDA lists that among the possible side effects, but your doctor may not be away of it. Most doctors d...

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I am taking Verapamil 180 and the color was blue with an M and 312 on it. Had it refilled and it is a capsule grey and yellow 60274 on the gray What is the difference ## Hello, Mary! How are you? They've just been manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies, this is very common with generic medications. Having market competition helps keep prices lower. The one with the M 312 is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and the one with 60274 180 mg on it is manufactured by Watson Pharmaceuticals, but both contain 180mgs of Verapamil. The FDA classifies this medication as a calcium channel blocker and antiarrhythmic. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, stomach pain, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Let's start a nationwide campaign to bring the verapamil white 73-100 240 er (formally manufactured by Ivac) back. Write an individual letter to each member of the Teva Board of Directors, they made the decision to stop manufacturing it. Here is a link to get the information: tevapharm.com/about/corporate_governance/board_of_directors ## agree completely I was on ivax for 16 years and then teva kept it going and now they have stopped! I am so frustrated trying others as they all vary ## I have been on the 240ER 73-00 for almost 20 years. I have called several pharmacies and they say they can't get it. Some say its been discontinued. I've tried the brown pill and had serious side effects. I am now on the blue pill and am having shortage of breath. I will try e-mailing Teva so...

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Can this tablet be split in half for 2 120 Mg doses? ## I'm discussing Verapamil 240 er. ## No, the ER stands for Extended release, so breaking or cutting the tablet is not safe to do, because it could result in your getting too much of the medication at once. ER tablets are designed to slowly release the medication throughout the day, so there is really no need to break them in half and split the dosage. If you feel that it isn't working for the length of time it should and feel that you need to split up the dosage, then you should speak to your doctor about getting a prescription for the regular release tablets. Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that is most commonly used to help lower high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and ...

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Is it safe to combine these two prescriptions. If I take hydoxyzine at 2:30 pm and verapamil at 10:30 pm ## Hello, Kelly! How are you? I didn't find any interactions listed between these two medications, but it's always best to double check such information to be sure. Has your doctor prescribed them both? Hydroxyzine is classified by the FDA as an antihistamine that is commonly used for its sedative like effects. Its typical side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and sedation. Verapamil is classified as a calcium channel blocker. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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I have two tablets left in my prescription. Are there any over the counter meds for high blood pressure? ## All you need do is call your pharmacy for refill and they will contact your physician with a refill. Why would you risk anything else.. ## What is the difference between Verapamil SA and Verapamil ER? ## No, medications for treating high blood pressure require a doctor's prescription. While you can help lower your blood pressure via diet, and exercise, it is always best to take the medication your doctor has prescribed. Verapamil may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension, and increased urination. Ref: Verapamil Information Lydia, SA stands for sustained action, and ER stands for extended release, both mean the same thing, though, as they just des...

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i am taking isoptin sr 120 mg{verapamil} for bradycardia and hypertension, but sometimes my bp is still high, can i take 2.5 mg of enalapril together to control the bp or is it harming ## They can be taken together and are sometimes prescribed together, when someone's blood pressure is very high and their doctor needs to bring it down fast. However, only your doctor can say if it is the right medication for you to try. How high is your blood pressure? Do you watch the fat and salt in your diet? As reported by the NIH, both can contribute to high blood pressure, in some people. The FDA lists the typical side effects of these medications as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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green capsules same as 240 tablets? ## I can't verify that for you unless you tell me what the imprint is on the green capsules. ## the imprint is SR then 240 with a score between the two ## There is a green tablet that contains 240mgs of Verapamil in an extended release formulation, which bears the markings APO on one side and VSR 240 on the other. It is a type of calcium channel blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Learn more Verapamil details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Mylan 6440

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I have a verapamil pill blue with m411. I just got a new prescription. It's brown with G74 on it. Are they the right medicine? ## Yes, this tablet is manufactured by Glenmark Generics and they list it as containing 240mgs of Verapamil. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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