verapamil

verapamil
A calcium channel blocking agent used to treat cardiac arrhythmias and angina pectoris. SYN: iproveratril.

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ve·rap·am·il və-'rap-ə-.mil n a calcium channel blocker that is administered in the form of its hydrochloride C27H38N2O4·HCl esp. to treat hypertension and angina pectoris see CALAN

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n.
a calcium antagonist used in the treatment of essential hypertension, angina, and arrhythmia. It is administered by mouth; side-effects include constipation, nausea, and hypotension. Trade names: Cordilox, Securon, Univer.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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