Verapamil Drug Uses and Dosing Guide

Verapamil is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders.

MOA of Verapamil is, Inhibits calcium “slow channels” on vascular smooth muscle and myocardium producing relaxation of muscle and vasodilatation. Increases myocardial oxygen delivery and slow conduction through the AV node.

Note: Not approved in children <18 y of age.