Calaptin 240 SR Tablet (Verapamil 240mg)

Medical Description

Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet contains Verapamil as its active ingredient and is used to treat high blood pressure and certain other heart problems. While taking this medicine you should be cautious of your diet and should also exercise regularly. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine unless asked to do so by the doctor. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

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Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to prevent angina attacks (heart-related chest pain) and some other heart problems.

Contraindications of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

If you are allergic to Verapamil or any other ingredients of Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet.
If you have felt that your heart pain had worsened causing breathlessness and tiredness.
If in the past, you have had a heart attack followed by low heart rate and blood pressure.
If you experience sudden heart-related chest pain.
If you have any kind of heart problems like heart failure, abnormal or slow heartbeat, blocked veins in your heart.
If you have low blood pressure.
If you are taking a medicine called Porphyria to treat other heart complications.

Side effects of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea, vomiting
Constipation
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Tiredness
Skin rash, redness
Muscle or joint pain
Swelling of the ankles and legs
Unconsciousness
Fast or irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure (uncommon)

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Mode of Action of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

How Does It Work?
The heart muscles require calcium for contraction. Verapamil in Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet works by blocking this calcium from entering the heart muscles and blood vessels, thus relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Directions for Use of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

Take Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet exactly as directed by the doctor. Swallow it with a glass of water or milk. You may take it with or without food. Do not break, crush or chew the medicine. It is essential to take it regularly and at a fixed time. Follow your doctor’s instructions and do not exceed that dose more than that recommended.

Interactions of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

Interactions with other medicines
You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet.
Concomitant use of Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet along with Colchicine is not recommended.
Medicines like erythromycin (antibiotic), ritonavir (used in HIV infection), ketoconazole (used in fungal infection), Rifampicin (antibiotic), fluoxetine, nefazodone (used to treat psychiatric illness), cisapride (used to treat stomach problems), cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers), diltiazem (used to treat some heart conditions) when used along with this medicine may increase the effects of this tablet and should thus be used cautiously.
Medicines like phenytoin, carbamazepine (used to treat fits or epilepsy), phenobarbital (used to treat sleep problems or anxiety) when taken along with this medicine may decrease its effect.
Other medicines like lithium, vecuronium, mizolastine, tubocurarine, Tacrolimus, Quinidine, Digoxin should be used with caution along with Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet.
Interactions with food items
You should avoid having grapefruit while on treatment with Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet.

Storage and disposal of Calaptin Sr 240 MG

Calaptin Sr 240mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature protected from moisture and heat. Keep them out of reach and sight of children and pets.