What is Calan Used For?
Calan is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction and in controlling the electrical impulses within the heart. By blocking calcium, verapamil relaxes and widens blood vessels and can normalize heartbeats. Verapamil is used to treat chest pain (angina), high blood pressure or irregular heartbeats. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about possible problems related to use of short-acting calcium channel blockers. How To Use Calan Calan should be swallowed whole with a full glass of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Calan must be taken as directed to prevent chest pain. It is not effective if taken only when chest pain occurs. Do not stop taking Calan suddenly without your doctor s permission. Chest pain can occur if the medication is stopped too fast. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased. Calan Side Effects Calan may cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during the first few days. Avoid activities requiring alertness. When you si
