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Verapamil Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VERAHEXAL

Strength: 5 mg/2ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 27.03

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Verapamil Hydrochloride

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter) Adult dose: | 5 to 10 mg IV bolus, may repeat every 30 minutes as needed; maximum total dose of 20 mg Pediatric dose: | Not typically recommended for children; consult a pediatric specialist for dosing in specific cases Side effects: | Hypotension, bradycardia, dizziness, headache, constipation, nausea Contraindications: | Seve

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

Treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15-30°C or 59-86°F), protect from light, do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Hexal AG, GERMANY

Package Size

2ml Ampoule x 5

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 27.03

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

5 to 10 mg IV bolus, may repeat every 30 minutes as needed; maximum total dose of 20 mg

Pediatric Dose

Not typically recommended for children; consult a pediatric specialist for dosing in specific cases

Side Effects

Hypotension, bradycardia, dizziness, headache, constipation, nausea

Contraindications & Precautions

Severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock, sick sinus syndrome, second- or third-degree AV block (without a functioning pacemaker), hypersensitivity to verapamil

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with heart failure, hepatic impairment, or renal impairment; monitor blood pressure and heart rate during administration; may interact with other medications (e.g., beta-blockers, digoxin)

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Verapamil Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

ISOPTIN 5 mg/2ml Solution For Injection ISOPTIN 5 mg/2ml Solution for slow intravenous use ISOPTIN 80 mg Tablets ISOPTIN SR 240 mg Tablets SECURON 2.5 mg Solution For Injection VERA TIL SR 120 mg Tablets VERAHEXAL 5 mg/2ml Solution For Injection VERAPAMIL 120 mg Sustaine Release CAPSULES VERAPAMIL 2.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection VERAPAMIL 40 mg Tablets

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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