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| SKU: | 1189 |
|---|---|
| Generic For: | Calan |
| Active Ingredient: | Verapamil |
| Manufacturer: | HOECHST |
Buy Calaptin 80mg (Verapamil) Online
Calaptin 80 mg (Verapamil) is used primarily for treating hypertension or high blood pressure, angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders. Verapamil belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It functions by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels.
Do not use Verapamil (Calaptin) if you have a known allergy to it or if you have some serious heart conditions such as ‘sick sinus syndrome’ or ‘AV block’ (unless you have a pacemaker), hypotension (low blood pressure), or if you have recently had a heart attack. If you are taking Verapamil for hypertension, you may have to take it for the rest of your life. High blood pressure often doesn’t have any symptoms.
Before taking Verapamil, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or have kidney disease, liver disease, congestive heart failure, or a nerve-muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis or muscular dystrophy.
Many drugs can interact with Verapamil. Inform your doctor about any medication you may use, including prescription, OTC, vitamin, and herbal products. Never start a new medication without proper medical advice. Verapamil may impact your thinking capability and reflexes. Take extra care while driving or other activities requiring a high mental awareness and alertness.
This medicine may be just a part of the full line of treatment, including other medicines, diet restrictions, or exercises. Always follow your doctor’s directions carefully.
Verapamil is an FDA pregnancy category C drug. It is known whether this medicine can harm an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. Verapamil can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before taking Verapamil if these cases apply to you.
Avoid or limit intake of grapefruit and its products. Also, avoid alcohol, as alcohol can further decrease your blood pressure.
Some common side effects of Verapamil are reduced heart rate, dizziness, nausea, headache, or fatigue. However, if any of these side effects persist or deteriorate, or if you get serious side effects or allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, breathing trouble, unusual fatigue, sudden or unexplained weight gain, severe dizziness, severe stomach or abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of eyes and skin, persistent nausea or vomiting, seek medical attention immediately.
The side effects mentioned above are not the only ones you may experience or witness due to Verapamil. If you get any serious side effects due to this medication, contact your doctor right away.
Take Calaptin (Verapamil) strictly according to your doctor’s direction. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescription period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer to the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication. Verapamil can be taken with or without food.
Verapamil dosage may depend on factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition, among several other factors. Your doctor will determine your dosage after examining you properly. Remember to follow your doctor’s advice properly for the best results.
Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place.
What is Calaptin 80mg used for?
Calaptin 80mg contains Verapamil 80mg and is used for adults with hypertension requiring a higher dose than the initial 40mg, as well as for the management of angina pectoris and supraventricular tachyarrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response. The 80mg dose is typically part of a three-times-daily dosing schedule prescribed by a cardiologist.
How is Calaptin 80mg different from Calaptin 40mg?
Calaptin 80mg contains twice the Verapamil dose — 80mg versus 40mg. The higher dose is used when 40mg three times daily has not achieved adequate blood pressure control or symptom relief in angina. The frequency of administration (typically three times daily) remains the same. Blood pressure and heart rate monitoring is more important at the higher dose due to increased risk of bradycardia and hypotension.
What is the correct dosage for Calaptin 80mg?
The usual adult dose is 80mg three times daily (every eight hours). For hypertension, doses can range from 120mg to 480mg per day in divided doses. For arrhythmias, your cardiologist will determine the optimal dose. Never exceed the prescribed maximum. Sustained-release formulations (Calaptin SR) allow once or twice daily dosing — do not substitute immediate-release and SR formulations interchangeably.
What time of day is best to take Calaptin 80mg?
Since Calaptin 80mg immediate-release is taken three times daily, space doses approximately eight hours apart — for example, at 8am, 2pm, and 10pm. This maintains steady drug levels throughout the day. If prescribed for early morning blood pressure surges, your cardiologist may adjust the timing accordingly. Take with a meal or milk if stomach upset occurs.
Is Calaptin 80mg safe in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Verapamil is effective for rate control in atrial fibrillation — it slows conduction through the AV node, reducing the ventricular rate. Calaptin 80mg may be used for this purpose but should be prescribed and monitored by a cardiologist. It is contraindicated in pre-excitation syndromes (e.g. WPW) where it can accelerate ventricular response. Rhythm should be monitored via ECG during therapy.
Can Calaptin 80mg be used in pregnancy?
Verapamil is classified as Pregnancy Category C. It has been used for hypertension and arrhythmias during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters, but only when clearly needed and safer alternatives are unavailable. It crosses the placenta and has been associated with fetal bradycardia in some cases. Any use during pregnancy must be under close specialist supervision.
Is Calaptin 80mg equivalent to Isoptin 80mg?
Yes. Calaptin 80mg and Isoptin 80mg both contain Verapamil hydrochloride 80mg. Isoptin is the European originator brand. Calaptin is manufactured by Abbott India under equivalent quality standards and is therapeutically interchangeable with Isoptin for hypertension, angina, and arrhythmia management at a fraction of the cost.
Why choose Calaptin 80mg over brand Calan 80mg?
Calaptin 80mg delivers identical antihypertensive and rate-control effects as Calan 80mg at substantially lower cost. For patients requiring lifelong therapy, the cost saving can be significant over months and years. AllDayChemist sources Calaptin directly from the manufacturer, ensuring product quality and authenticity equivalent to the originator brand.
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Does AllDayChemist ship Calaptin 80mg internationally?
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What side effects are associated with Calaptin 80mg?
At the 80mg dose, common side effects include constipation, dizziness, headache, flushing, and ankle swelling. Bradycardia (heart rate below 60 m) and hypotension are possible at higher doses. Long-term use can rarely cause gingival hyperplasia (gum overgrowth). If your heart rate drops below 50 m or you feel very light-headed, seek medical review promptly.
What drug interactions should I be aware of with Calaptin 80mg?
Calaptin 80mg has significant drug interactions. Simvastatin doses must be capped at 10mg when combined with Verapamil due to myopathy risk. Digoxin levels increase by 50–75% — reduce digoxin dose and monitor carefully. Beta blockers should generally not be combined. Colchicine toxicity increases significantly with Verapamil. Always give your pharmacist a complete medication list before starting Calaptin 80mg.
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