Side Effects

Verahexal Side Effects

Verahexal (verapamil) can cause a range of side effects, from common to serious events.[1][2][3][5][7]

Common side effects include:

  • Headache[1][5]
  • Constipation[1][5][7]
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness[1][5]
  • Swelling of the legs or ankles[1][3]
  • Nausea or stomach discomfort[5][7]
  • Weakness or tiredness[1][5][7]

Less common side effects may include:

  • Muscle aches, joint pain, or stiffness[5]
  • Heartburn or indigestion[5]
  • Trouble sleeping[5]
  • Rash[5][7]
  • Swollen joints[5]

Serious side effects—seek medical help if you experience:

  • Signs of liver problems: yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stool, severe tiredness, stomach pain, loss of appetite[1][3]
  • Heart rhythm changes: slow, fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat; chest pain; fainting[1][3]
  • Severe allergic reactions: swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat; difficulty breathing or swallowing; severe skin reactions (blistering, peeling, extensive rash)[1][3][7]
  • Confusion, severe dizziness or fainting[1][3]
  • Blue lips or fingers, shortness of breath, persistent cough, or swelling in hands, feet, or legs[5]

Drug and food interactions:

  • Alcohol consumption can increase the blood levels and effects of verapamil, prolonging and intensifying side effects.[2][7]
  • Grapefruit juice may increase verapamil levels and side effects and should be avoided.[7]
  • Verahexal can interact with many medicines, sometimes requiring dose adjustment.[2]

Special precautions: People with certain heart conditions (severe heart failure, certain arrhythmias), very low blood pressure, or a history of allergic reactions to verapamil should not take Verahexal.[7]

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