Vasopten
Vasopten Products are primarily used for
About Vasopten Products
Uses of Vasopten Products
Verapamil is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain) and Arrhythmia.
Vasopten Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Vasopten are Constipation, Dizziness, Nausea, Edema (swelling), Heart failure, Pulmonary edema.
How Vasopten Products work
Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker. It blocks the action of calcium on the heart and blood vessels, thereby widening the blood vessels and allowing more blood and oxygen to reach the heart. This reduces blood pressure and decreases the chances of angina (chest pain).
Patient Concerns about Vasopten Products
Frequently asked questions about Vasopten Products
Frequently asked questions about Verapamil
Q. What is Vasopten 120mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Vasopten 120mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as a calcium-channel blockers. It is used to treat a number of heart and blood vessel-related conditions such as abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), high blood pressure (hypertension) and angina (heart related chest pain).
Q. How does Vasopten 120mg Tablet work?
Vasopten 120mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels which helps to reduce the workload of the heart. It also increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart and slows electrical activity in the heart to control the heart rate.
Q. How long do I need to take Vasopten 120mg Tablet?
You should keep on taking Vasopten 120mg Tablet for the duration advised by your doctor. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. Stopping the medication suddenly may again increase your blood pressure levels or even worsen your condition.
Q. Is Vasopten 120mg Tablet safe?
Generally, Vasopten 120mg Tablet is considered safe to use. However, it is advised to use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor, who will guide you ways to cope up with them.
Q. Can Vasopten 120mg Tablet cause dizziness? How do I prevent it?
Yes, Vasopten 120mg Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. If you feel dizzy, sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. Do not worry, this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. Also, you should avoid alcohol while taking it, as it may worsen the dizziness.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Vasopten 120mg Tablet?
The serious side effects of Vasopten 120mg Tablet include severe allergic reaction, yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea and extreme tiredness. It may also cause unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite and pain in the stomach. One may also experience flu-like symptoms and an increase in the frequency or severity of chest pain (angina). If you experience any such symptoms immediately contact your doctor and seek medical help.
Q. Who should not take Vasopten 120mg Tablet?
You should not take Vasopten 120mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, have an irregular or slow heartbeat, heart failure and low blood pressure. It should not be given to children and women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
Q. What are the symptoms of overdose of Vasopten 120mg Tablet?
Symptoms of overdose of Vasopten 120mg Tablet include slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat, fainting, difficulty breathing and seizures. It may also cause dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting and increased sweating. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical services in a nearby hospital.
Products for Vasopten
Vasopten 120mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹14.03
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Vasopten 40mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹8.86
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Vasopten 80mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹17.38
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