Angimil40mg
Rx- Generic:
- Verapamil Hydrochloride
- Company:
- Medimet Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Tablet
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Verapamil Hydrochloride is used to treat angina, high blood pressure and some types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia). It works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure.
Indications
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Arrhythmia
- Supraventricular arrhythmias
- Chronic atrial fibrillation
- Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia
- Tardive dyskinesia
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Hypertension: Immediate release 80 mg every 8 hours initially; maintenance 80-320 mg every 12 hours; Extended release 180 mg/day initially; may increase to 240 mg/day, then by 120 mg/day at weekly intervals; max 480 mg/day
- Angina: Immediate release 80 mg every 8 hours; usual range 80-120 mg every 8 hours; max 480 mg/day
- Chronic atrial fibrillation & paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia: Immediate release 240-480 mg/day divided every 6-8 hours
- Hepatic impairment: In cirrhosis, reduce dose by 20-50%
Adult Dose (IV):
- 2.5-5 mg IV over 2 minutes; 5-10 mg dose may be repeated after 15-30 minutes
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Headache
- Constipation
- Infection
- Dizziness
- Sinus infection
- Flu-like symptoms
- Peripheral edema
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
Precautions & warnings
- May decrease alertness; do not drive
- May cause dizziness or sleepiness; do not drive
- Orthostatic hypotension may occur; rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down
- Avoid alcohol; may worsen side effects
- Contraindicated in severe left ventricular dysfunction, hypotension, sick sinus syndrome, 2nd or 3rd degree AV block
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.