Talk:Verapamil

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i think we should mention that verapamil should not be used in combination with beta-blockers because of the risk this co-prescription has of heart block and bradycardia?

Clin Pharmacol Ther. 1991 Apr;49(4):370-6.

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Maybe a "Possible Drug and Food interaction"-section? Kind of like on this website? Also, the possible interactions with grapefruitjuice should be mentioned I think, because it's not that common knowledge yet, including amongst doctors. DodgeK 08:56, 15 September 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Constipation

I have been in contact with user:gor_n_bein who added a line that using pure isomers of Verapamil may not cause constipation unlike the racemic mixture. I have been assured that there is a reference through MD Consult, but from what I can gather, it seems that this is still research in progress and no definite conclusions have been reached. I don't have access, so can't check the article. I feel that until we can find a definite reference, the line should stay out. Potkettle (talk) 00:47, 25 March 2008 (UTC)