Verapamil HCL ER 180mg

Generic For: Calan SR

Verapamil HCL ER 180mg is the extended-release form of verapamil, sold under the brand name Calan SR, a calcium channel blocker used primarily to treat high blood pressure. By relaxing blood vessels and easing the heart's workload, it helps lower blood pressure over a full 24 hours. After a licensed provider reviews your prescription, your order ships from a licensed U.S. pharmacy.

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Buy Verapamil HCL ER 180mg (Calan SR) Online

A calcium channel blocker for high blood pressure, angina, and certain heart rhythm disorders

Verapamil HCL ER 180mg Quick Facts

Drug classCalcium channel blocker
TreatsHigh blood pressure, angina, certain arrhythmias
FormTablet
Typical dosingTake 1 tablet by mouth daily.
Prescription requiredYes — prescription only

What Is Verapamil HCL ER 180mg?

Verapamil HCL ER (Calan SR) is an extended-release calcium channel blocker taken as a once-daily tablet. It works by relaxing the muscles of the heart and blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's oxygen demand. The extended-release design delivers medication gradually, allowing steady blood pressure control throughout the day. Other formulations of verapamil are also used for angina and certain heart rhythm disorders.

What Does Verapamil HCL ER 180mg Treat?

High blood pressure (hypertension)
Chronic stable angina (other verapamil formulations)
Vasospastic (Prinzmetal's) angina (other verapamil formulations)
Prevention of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (immediate-release verapamil)
Heart rate control in atrial fibrillation or flutter (immediate-release verapamil)

Verapamil HCL ER 180mg Dosage

Hypertension: 180 mg by mouth once daily in the morning with food.
May titrate based on response to 240 mg once daily; maximum 480 mg/day (given as 240 mg twice daily).

Your prescriber will determine the dose and duration that are right for you. Always follow the directions on your prescription label.

Verapamil HCL ER 180mg Side Effects

Common side effects

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Flushing
  • Swelling of the ankles or feet (edema)
  • Low blood pressure

Serious side effects

Stop taking this medication and seek medical attention right away if you experience:

  • Slow heart rate (bradycardia) or heart block
  • Worsening heart failure (shortness of breath, rapid weight gain)
  • Severe dizziness or fainting
  • Signs of liver problems (yellowing skin/eyes, dark urine)
  • Severe or persistent low blood pressure

Warnings & Interactions

Do not use with severe left ventricular dysfunction or heart failure
Contraindicated in hypotension (systolic <90 mmHg) and cardiogenic shock
Contraindicated in sick sinus syndrome or 2nd/3rd-degree AV block (without a pacemaker)
Contraindicated in atrial fibrillation/flutter with an accessory bypass tract (e.g., WPW)
Use caution with beta-blockers, digoxin, and other drugs that slow the heart
Avoid grapefruit juice; it can raise verapamil levels
May require dose adjustment in liver or kidney impairment

Tell your prescriber about all medications, supplements, and health conditions before starting verapamil hcl er 180mg.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is verapamil HCL ER?

Verapamil HCL ER is an extended-release calcium channel blocker, sold under the brand name Calan SR. It is prescribed primarily to lower high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and reducing the heart's workload.

Do I need a prescription for verapamil HCL ER 180mg?

Yes. Verapamil HCL ER is a prescription-only medication in the United States. A licensed healthcare provider must evaluate you and issue a valid prescription before it can be dispensed.

How do I order verapamil HCL ER online?

Submit your prescription or have your provider send it to our pharmacy. After a licensed pharmacist reviews your order, it ships directly from our licensed U.S. pharmacy to your door.

How should I take verapamil HCL ER 180mg?

Take it once daily in the morning with food, or exactly as your provider directs. Swallow the tablet whole; do not crush or chew, as this can release the medication too quickly.

What is the difference between verapamil HCL ER and regular verapamil?

The ER (extended-release) version releases medication slowly so it can be taken once daily, while immediate-release verapamil is usually taken multiple times per day. The two forms are not interchangeable without provider guidance.

Can I drink grapefruit juice while taking verapamil HCL ER?

It is best to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, which can increase verapamil levels in your blood and raise the risk of side effects. Ask your pharmacist about other food and drug interactions.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not take two doses at once; ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.