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Verapamil Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VERAPAMIL HYDROCHLORIDE

Strength: 120 mg | Form: Sustaine Release TABLETS

Price in UAE: AED 145.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Verapamil Hydrochloride

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation) Adult dose: | 120 mg to 480 mg per day in divided doses; sustained-release formulations typically start at 120 mg to 240 mg once daily Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children should be based on clinical judgment and specific indications Side effects: | Common side effects include constipation, dizziness, headache, fatigue, nausea, and peripher

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

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

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceutical Inc., U.S.A

Package Size

100s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 145.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

120 mg to 480 mg per day in divided doses; sustained-release formulations typically start at 120 mg to 240 mg once daily

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in children should be based on clinical judgment and specific indications

Side Effects

Common side effects include constipation, dizziness, headache, fatigue, nausea, and peripheral edema

Contraindications & Precautions

Severe left ventricular dysfunction, hypotension, cardiogenic shock, sick sinus syndrome, second- or third-degree AV block (unless a functioning pacemaker is present), and hypersensitivity to verapamil

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with heart failure, hepatic impairment, or renal impairment; may cause significant hypotension or bradycardia; monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly during treatment

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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