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Why is Isoptin prescribed?

Verapamil-based medications can be prescribed for several heart and blood pressure problems. The fast-acting brands (Verapamil and Isoptin) are taken for angina (chest pain due to clogged cardiac arteries), as well as irregular heartbeat and high blood pressure. The longer-acting brands (Verapamil SR, Isoptin SR, Verelan, and Verelan PM) are typically used only for high blood pressure. Covera-HS is prescribed for both high blood pressure and angina. Isoptin is a type of medication called a calcium channel blocker. It eases the heart's workload by slowing down the passage of nerve impulses through it, and hence the contractions of the heart muscle. This improves blood flow through the heart and throughout the body, reduces blood pressure, corrects irregular heartbeat, and helps prevent angina pain.

Some doctors also prescribe Isoptin to prevent migraine headache and asthma and to treat manic depression and panic attacks.

Most important fact about Isoptin

If you have high blood pressure, you must take Isoptin regularly for it to be effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Isoptin; and you must continue taking it even if you are feeling well. Isoptin does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.

How should you take Isoptin?

Verapamil, Isoptin, and Verelan can be taken with or without food. Verapamil SR and Isoptin SR should be taken with food. Covera-HS, Verapamil SR, Isoptin SR, Verelan and Verelan PM must be swallowed whole and should not be crushed, broken, or chewed. You may open Verelan capsules and sprinkle the pellets on a spoonful of cool applesauce. Swallow all of the mixture immediately, and then drink a glass of cool water. Take this medication exactly as prescribed, even if you are feeling well. Try not to miss any doses. If the drug is not taken regularly, your condition can get worse. Check with your doctor before you stop taking this drug; a slow reduction in the dose may be required. --If you miss a dose...Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time. --Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.

What side effects may occur with Isoptin?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Isoptin.

More common side effects may include:
Congestive heart failure, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, fluid retention, headache, low blood pressure, nausea, rash, shortness of breath, slow heartbeat, upper respiratory infection
Less common or rare side effects may include:
Angina, blurred vision, breast development in males, bruising, chest pain, confusion, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive milk secretion, fainting, fatigue, fever and rash, flushing, hair loss, heart attack, hives, impotence, increased urination, indigestion, intestinal blockage, joint pain, light-headedness upon standing up, limping, loss of balance, muscle cramps, pounding heartbeat, rash, ringing in the ears, shakiness, skin peeling, sleepiness, spotty menstruation, sweating, tingling or pins and needles, upset stomach

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Isoptin

If Isoptin is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Isoptin with the following:

ACE inhibitor-type blood pressure drugs such as Capoten and Vasotec
Beta-blocker-type blood pressure drugs such as Lopressor, Tenormin, and Inderal
Vasodilator-type blood pressure drugs such as Loniten
Other high blood pressure drugs such as Minipress
Alcohol
Aspirin
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Chloroquine (Aralen)
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral)
Dantrolene (Dantrium)
Digitalis (Lanoxin)
Disopyramide (Norpace)
Diuretics such as Lasix and HydroDIURIL
Erythromycin (E.E.S., Ery-Tab, PCE)
Flecainide (Tambocor)
Glipizide (Glucotrol)
Grapefruit juice
Imipramine (Tofranil)
Lithium (Lithonate)
Nitrates such as Transderm Nitro and Isordil
Phenobarbital
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Quinidine (Quinidex)
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Ritonavir (Kaletra, Norvir)
Theophylline (Theo-Dur)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding when taking Isoptin

The effects of Isoptin during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. The drug appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.

Recommended Isoptin dosage

FOR Verapamil AND ISOPTIN

Dosages of this medication must be adjusted to meet individual needs. In general, dosages of this medication should not exceed 480 milligrams per day. Your doctor will closely monitor your response to this drug, usually within 8 hours of the first dose. Safety and effectiveness of this drug in children have not been established. Angina The usual initial dose is 80 to 120 milligrams, 3 times a day. Lower doses of 40 milligrams 3 times a day may be used by people who have a stronger response to this medication, such as the elderly or those with decreased liver function. The dosage may be increased by your doctor either daily or weekly until the desired response is seen. Irregular Heartbeat The usual dose in people who are also on digitalis ranges from 240 to 320 milligrams per day divided into 3 or 4 doses. In those not on digitalis, doses range from a total of 240 to 480 milligrams per day divided into 3 or 4 doses. Maximum effects of this drug should be seen in the first 48 hours of use. High Blood Pressure Effects of this drug on blood pressure should be seen within the first week of use. Any adjustment of this medication to a higher dose will be based on its effectiveness as determined by your doctor. The usual dose of this drug, when used alone for high blood pressure, is 80 milligrams, 3 times per day. Total daily doses of 360 milligrams and 480 milligrams may be used. Smaller doses of 40 milligrams 3 times per day may be taken by smaller individuals and the elderly.

FOR Verapamil SR, ISOPTIN SR, AND VERELAN

Dosages for high blood pressure should be adjusted to meet each individual's needs. Adults The usual starting dose of Verapamil SR and Isoptin SR is 180 milligrams taken in the morning. For Verelan, it is 240 milligrams. A lower starting dose of 120 milligrams may be taken if the person is smaller. Your doctor will monitor your response to this drug and may adjust it each week. In addition, your doctor may increase the dose and add evening doses to the morning dose, based on the effectiveness of the drug. You should see results from the drug within a week. Children The safety and effectiveness of this drug in children under age 18 have not been established. Older Adults Your doctor may start you at a lower dose of 120 milligrams and then adjust it according to your response.

FOR COVERA-HS AND VERELAN PM

Adults For use only at bedtime, these delayed-action forms of Isoptin are timed to deliver their peak benefits in the morning, when blood pressure tends to spike. The usual starting dose is 180 milligrams of Covera-HS or 200 milligrams of Verelan PM. Your doctor may raise the dose gradually if you need more. Children Safety and effectiveness in children under age 18 have not been established. Older Adults

If you have poor kidneys, the dosage may need to be lowered.

Isoptin Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately. An overdose of Isoptin can cause fluid buildup in the lungs, kidney problems, seizures, dangerously low blood pressure, and life-threatening heart problems such as a slow or irregular heartbeat.

After treatment for an overdose, you should remain under observation in the hospital for at least 48 hours, especially if you have taken the sustained-release form of the drug.

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