Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
injectable solution
- 2.5mg/mL
tablet
- 40mg
- 80mg
- 120mg
tablet/capsule, extended release
- 100mg
- 120mg
- 180mg
- 200mg
- 240mg
- 300mg
- 360mg
Angina
Immediate release
- 80 mg PO q8hr initially; usual range: 80-120 mg PO q8hr; not to exceed 480 mg/day
Extended release
- Covera-HS: 180 mg/day PO at bedtime initially; maintenance: 180-540 mg/day PO at bedtime
Hypertension
Immediate release
- 80 mg PO q8hr initially; maintenance: 80-320 mg PO q12hr
Extended release
- Calan, Isoptin SR: 180 mg/day PO given in morning (120 mg/day initially if patient elderly or of small stature); for desired response, may be increased to 240 mg/day, then to 360 mg/day (either 180 mg q12hr or 240 mg in morning and 120 mg in evening)
- Verelan: 180 mg/day PO (120 mg/day initially if patient elderly or of small stature); for desired response, may be increased to 240 mg/day PO, then by 120 mg/day at weekly intervals; not to exceed 480 mg/day
- Verelan PM: 200 mg/day PO at bedtime (100 mg/day if patient elderly or of small stature); may be increased by 100 mg/day at weekly intervals as needed; not to exceed 400 mg/day
- Covera-HS: 180 mg/day PO at bedtime (120 mg/day initially if patient elderly or of small stature); for desired response, may be increased to 240 mg/day, then by 120 mg/day at weekly intervals; not to exceed 480 mg/day
Supraventricular Arrhythmia & Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter
2.5-5 mg IV over 2 minutes; 5-10 mg dose may be repeated after 15-30 minutes
Alternatively, 0.075-0.15 mg/kg (not to exceed 10 mg) IV over 2 minutes; dose may be repeated once 30 minutes after first dose
Chronic Atrial Fibrillation & Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia
Treatment of chronic atrial fibrillation (rate control); prevention of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia
Immediate release: 240-480 mg/day PO divided q6-8hr
Tardive Dyskinesia
40 mg PO q8hr; may be titrated to 120 mg q8hr
Migraine (Off-label)
Prophylaxis
160-320 mg PO q6-8hr
Dosing Modifications
Renal impairment: Use with caution; monitor ECG; for Verelan PM, manufacturer recommends 100 mg at bedtime initially; if CrCl <10 mL/min, reduce dose by 25-50%
Hepatic impairment: In cirrhosis, reduce dose by 20-50% of normal for oral and IV administration
Dosage Forms & Strengths
injectable solution
- 2.5mg/mL
tablet
- 40mg
- 80mg
- 120mg
tablet/capsule, extended release
- 100mg
- 120mg
- 180mg
- 200mg
- 240mg
- 300mg
- 360mg
Supraventricular Tachycardia
1-15 years old: 0.1-0.3 mg/kg (not to exceed 5 mg) IV over 2 minutes; second dose (not to exceed 10 mg) may be given after 30 minutes
Alternatively (not well established), 4-8 mg/kg/day PO divided q8hr
In general, lower initial doses are warranted; doses should be adjusted on basis of clinical response
Angina
Immediate release: 80 mg PO q8hr initially; usual range: 80-120 mg PO q8hr; not to exceed 480 mg/day
Extended release (Covera-HS): 180 mg PO at bedtime initially; maintenance: 180-540 mg PO at bedtime
Hypertension
Immediate release: 40 mg PO q8hr initially; maintenance: 80-320 mg PO q12hr
Extended release (Calan SR, Isoptin SR, Verelan): 120 mg/day PO given in morning
Extended release (Covera-HS): 180 mg/day PO at bedtime
Extended release (Verelan PM): 100 mg/day PO at bedtime
Interactions
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Contraindicated (6)
- dantrolene
dantrolene, verapamil. Either increases toxicity of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Rare incidence of cardiovascular collapse and marked hyperkalemia observed when coadministered; may be higher risk with nondihydropyridine calcium channel blockers.
- fezolinetant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fezolinetant by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Contraindicated. Fezolinetant AUC and peak plasma concentration are increased if coadministered with drugs that are weak, moderate, or strong CYP1A2 inhibitors
- flibanserin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of flibanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of flibanserin with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated. Severe hypotension or syncope can occur.
- lomitapide
verapamil increases levels of lomitapide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Increases lomitapide levels several folds.
- lonafarnib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lonafarnib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Lonafarnib is a sensitive CYP3A4 substrate. Coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated.
- pimozide
verapamil increases levels of pimozide by decreasing metabolism. Contraindicated. Risk of QT interval prolongation.
Serious - Use Alternative (103)
- afatinib
verapamil increases levels of afatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Reduce afatinib daily dose by 10 mg if not tolerated when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- alosetron
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alosetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- atenolol
verapamil, atenolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- avapritinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of avapritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of avapritinib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- axitinib
verapamil increases levels of axitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid coadministration with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, monitor closely and reduce dose if necessary .
- betaxolol
verapamil, betaxolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- bisoprolol
verapamil, bisoprolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- bosutinib
verapamil increases levels of bosutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil increases levels of bosutinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ceritinib
ceritinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- cobimetinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cobimetinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concurrent short term (14 days or less) use of moderate CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable for patients who are taking cobimetinib 60 mg, reduce the cobimetinib dose to 20 mg. After discontinuation of a moderate CYP3A inhibitor, resume cobimetinib 60 mg. Use an alternative to a moderate CYP3A inhibitor in patients who are taking a reduced dose of cobimetinib (40 or 20 mg daily).
- colchicine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of colchicine by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Colchicine is a P-gp and CYP3A4 substrate. Avoid use with drugs that are both P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If coadministration is necessary, decrease colchicine dose or frequency as recommended in prescribing information. Use of any colchicine product in conjunction with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
- cyclobenzaprine
verapamil and cyclobenzaprine both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- digoxin
verapamil increases levels of digoxin by decreasing renal clearance. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- dihydroergotamine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dihydroergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- dihydroergotamine intranasal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dihydroergotamine intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- dronedarone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dronedarone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- duloxetine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of duloxetine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- edoxaban
verapamil will increase the level or effect of edoxaban by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dose adjustment may be required with strong P-gp inhibitors. DVT/PE treatment: Decrease dose to 30 mg PO once daily. NVAF: No dose reduction recommended
- elacestrant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of elacestrant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- eliglustat
verapamil increases levels of eliglustat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors are not recommended with eliglustat poor or intermediate metabolizers; reduce eliglustat dose from 84 mg BID to 84 mg once daily in extensive metabolizers .
- encorafenib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of encorafenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use of a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor is unavoidable, reduce encorafenib dose to one-half of the dose (eg, reduce from 450 mg/day to 225 mg/day). After discontinuing the inhibitor for 3-5 elimination half-lives, resume previous encorafenib dose.
- entrectinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of entrectinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors with entrectinib, a CYP3A4 substrate. If coadministration unavoidable, reduce dose to 200 mg/day for patients aged 12 y or older with BSA >1.50m2. Resume previous entrectinib dose after discontinuing moderate CYP3A inhibitor for 3-5 elimination half-lives.
- erdafitinib
erdafitinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, separate administration by at least 6 hr before or after administration of P-gp substrates with narrow therapeutic index.
- ergotamine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ergotamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of erythromycin base by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. - erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of erythromycin ethylsuccinate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. - erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of erythromycin lactobionate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. - erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of erythromycin stearate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. - esmolol
verapamil, esmolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- everolimus
verapamil will increase the level or effect of everolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Concomitant use of a moderate 3A4 inhibitor such as verapamil may significantly increase the plasma concentrations of everolimus following oral administration.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of everolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Everolimus prescribing information lists indication-specific dosing recommendations.
verapamil, everolimus. Either increases levels of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: With concomitant use of mTOR inhibitors, consider appropriate dose reductions of both medications. - fentanyl
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fentanyl by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl intranasal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fentanyl intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl transdermal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fentanyl transdermal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fentanyl transmucosal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fentanyl transmucosal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of CYP3A4 inhibitors with fentanyl is necessary, monitor patients for respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals and consider fentanyl dose adjustments until stable drug effects are achieved.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
- ibrutinib
verapamil increases levels of ibrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of ibrutinib and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. If a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor must be used short-term (eg, anti-infectives for =7 days), interrupt ibrutinib therapy until strong CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates
- infigratinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of infigratinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- irinotecan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of irinotecan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- irinotecan liposomal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of irinotecan liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Observe the patient for development of toxicity associated with verapamil (peripheral edema, dizziness, hypotension, flushing, headache). Consider reducing the dose of verapamil or withdrawing one of the agents.
- ivabradine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ivabradine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of ivabradine with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- ivosidenib
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternative therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.
- larotrectinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of larotrectinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lasmiditan
lasmiditan increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lemborexant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lemborexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of lemborexant with moderate or strong CYP3A inhibitors.
- levobunolol
verapamil, levobunolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- lofexidine
lofexidine, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with other drugs that decrease pulse or blood pressure to mitigate risk of excessive bradycardia and hypotension.
- lopinavir
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lovastatin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lovastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Do not exceed 20 mg of lovastatin
- lurbinectedin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lurbinectedin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mavacamten
verapamil, mavacamten. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Expect additive negative inotropic effects of mavacamten and other drugs that reduce cardiac contractility.
- metoprolol
verapamil, metoprolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- midazolam intranasal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of midazolam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors with midazolam intranasal causes higher midazolam systemic exposure, which may prolong sedation.
- mobocertinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mobocertinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If use of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor unavoidable, reduce mobocertinib dose by ~50% (eg, 160 to 80 mg); closely monitor QTc interval.
- nadolol
verapamil, nadolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- naloxegol
verapamil will increase the level or effect of naloxegol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministation of naloxegol with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce naloxegol dose to 12.5 mg qDay
- nebivolol
verapamil, nebivolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- neratinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of neratinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of neratinib with strong/moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- nirogacestat
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nirogacestat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- olaparib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of olaparib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with moderate CYP3A inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce olaparib dose to 200 mg (capsule) or 150 mg (tablet) PO BID. Do not substitute tablets with capsules.
- omaveloxolone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of omaveloxolone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unavoidable, reduce omaveloxolone dose to 100 mg/day. Closely monitor for adverse effects. If adverse effects emerge, further reduce to 50 mg/day.
- ozanimod
ozanimod increases toxicity of verapamil by sympathetic (adrenergic) effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Because the active metabolite of ozanimod inhibits MAO-B in vitro, there is a potential for serious adverse reactions, including hypertensive crisis. Therefore, coadministration of ozanimod with drugs that can increase norepinephrine or serotonin is not recommended. Monitor for hypertension with concomitant use.
- pacritinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pacritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pazopanib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pazopanib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of pazopanib with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors if possible; if must coadminister, decrease pazopanib dose to 400 mg/day
- pemigatinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pemigatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce pemigatinib dose (refer to drug monograph dosage modifications). After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, may resume previous pemigatinib dose.
- pexidartinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pexidartinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce pexidartinib dose (refer to drug monograph dosage modifications). After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, may resume previous pexidartinib dose.
- pomalidomide
verapamil increases levels of pomalidomide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ponesimod
ponesimod, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Consult cardiologist if considering treatment. Generally, should not be initiated in patients who are concurrently taking QT prolonging drugs with known arrhythmogenic properties, such as HR-lowering calcium channel blockers (eg, verapamil, diltiazem).
- propranolol
verapamil, propranolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- ranolazine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ranolazine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- repotrectinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of repotrectinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Discontinue strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitors and wait 3-5 elimination half-lives before initiating repotrectinib.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of repotrectinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- rimegepant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of rimegepant by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- riociguat
verapamil will increase the level or effect of riociguat by decreasing metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of riociguat (substrate of CYP isoenzymes 1A1, 2C8, 3A, 2J2) with strong CYP inhibitors may require a decreased initial dose of 0.5 mg PO TID; monitor for signs of hypotension and reduce dose if needed
- saquinavir
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- selumetinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of selumetinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors cannot be avoided, reduce selumetinib dosage (refer to selumetinib monograph for further information). After discontinuation of the strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor for 3 elimination half-lives, resume selumetinib dose that was taken before initiating the inhibitor.
- silodosin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of silodosin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- simvastatin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of simvastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Do not exceed simvastatin 10 mg daily when given concurrently. Potential for increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis.
- siponimod
siponimod, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Because of the potential additive effects on heart rate, siponimod should generally not be initiated in patients taking QT prolonging drugs with known arrhythmogenic properties, heart rate lowering calcium channel blockers, or other drugs that may decrease heart rate. If treatment considered, obtain cardiology consult regarding switching to non-heart-rate lowering drugs or appropriate monitoring for treatment initiation.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of siponimod by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of siponimod with a moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitor PLUS a moderate or strong CYP2C9 inhibitor is not recommended. - sirolimus
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sirolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sirolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil, sirolimus. Either increases levels of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: With concomitant use of mTOR inhibitors, consider appropriate dose reductions of both medications. - sotalol
verapamil, sotalol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- sotorasib
sotorasib will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If use is unavoidable, refer to the prescribing information of the P-gp substrate for dosage modifications.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sulbactam/durlobactam
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sulbactam/durlobactam by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Sulbactam is predicted to have active secretion by OATP1 as a significant portion of total clearance; therefore, inhibition of OAT1 may increase sulbactam plasma concentrations
- talazoparib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of talazoparib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration with certain P-gp inhibitors (ie, amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, itraconazole, verapamil) cannot be avoided, reduce talazoparib dose to 0.75 mg qDay. Once P-gp inhibitors are discontinued, increase talazoparib dose (after 3-5 half-lives of the inhibitor) to dose used prior to initiating the P-gp inhibitor(s).
- tazemetostat
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tazemetostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of tazemetostat with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. If coadministration is unavoidable, reduce tazemetostat current dose (see drug monograph Dosage Modifications).
- temsirolimus
verapamil will increase the level or effect of temsirolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
verapamil, temsirolimus. Either increases levels of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: With concomitant use of mTOR inhibitors, consider appropriate dose reductions of both medications. - tepotinib
tepotinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use unavoidable, reduce the P-gp substrate dosage if recommended in its approved product labeling.
- timolol
verapamil, timolol. Either increases toxicity of the other by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Can increase risk of bradycardia.
- tizanidine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tizanidine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tolvaptan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tolvaptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- topotecan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of topotecan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Product labeling for PO topotecan recommends avoiding concomitant use of P-gp inhibitors; the interaction with IV topotecan may be less severe but is still likely of clinical significance
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- venetoclax
verapamil will increase the level or effect of venetoclax by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If a moderate CYP3A inhibitor must be used, reduce the venetoclax dose by at least 50%. Monitor more closely for signs of venetoclax toxicities.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of venetoclax by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If a P-gp inhibitor must be used, reduce the venetoclax dose by at least 50%. Monitor more closely for signs of venetoclax toxicities. - vilazodone
verapamil increases levels of vilazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If intolerable adverse effects occur when coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, reduce daily dose to 20 mg.
- vortioxetine
verapamil, vortioxetine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
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- acalabrutinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of acalabrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Decrease acalabrutinib dose to 100 mg once daily if coadministered with a moderate CYP3A inhibitor.
- acebutolol
acebutolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- aldesleukin
aldesleukin increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- alfentanil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alfentanil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. The risk of significant hypotension and/or bradycardia during therapy with alfentanil may be increased in patients receiving calcium-channel blockers.
- alfuzosin
alfuzosin and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- aliskiren
verapamil will increase the level or effect of aliskiren by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of aliskiren by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - almotriptan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of almotriptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- alprazolam
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alprazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amifostine
amifostine, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with blood pressure lowering agents may increase the risk and severity of hypotension associated with amifostine. When amifostine is used at chemotherapeutic doses, withhold blood pressure lowering medications for 24 hr prior to amifostine; if blood pressure lowering medication cannot be withheld, do not administer amifostine.
- amikacin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of amikacin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amiodarone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of amiodarone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
amiodarone will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.
amiodarone, verapamil. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of cardiotoxicity with bradycardia. - amitriptyline
verapamil will increase the level or effect of amitriptyline by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. The frequency and severity of amitriptyline adverse effects (sedation, anticholinergic effects and orthostatic hypotension) may be increased. Cardiac dysrhythmic effects may be additive.
- amlodipine
amlodipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- apixaban
verapamil will increase the level or effect of apixaban by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Verapamil also inhibits P-gp activity, which can further increase apixaban serum levels; since both pathways of apixaban elimination are affected, patients with renal impairment receiving apixaban with drugs that are combined P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase exposure compared to patients with normal renal function; monitor for bleeding.
- aprepitant
aprepitant will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- aripiprazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of aripiprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- artemether/lumefantrine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of artemether/lumefantrine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- asenapine
asenapine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of atazanavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution advised, may increase risk of AV block - atenolol
atenolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- atogepant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of atogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atorvastatin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of atorvastatin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of atorvastatin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - avanafil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- azithromycin
azithromycin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens
verapamil will increase the level or effect of bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - berotralstat
berotralstat will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor or titrate P-gp substrate dose if coadministered.
- betaxolol
betaxolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- betrixaban
verapamil increases levels of betrixaban by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Decrease betrixaban dose to 80 mg PO once, then 40 mg PO qDay if coadministered with a P-gp inhibitor.
- bisoprolol
bisoprolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- bortezomib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of bortezomib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bosutinib
bosutinib increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bretylium
verapamil, bretylium. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Each drug may cause hypotension.
- brexpiprazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of brexpiprazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Administer a quarter of brexpiprazole dose if coadministered with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor PLUS a strong/moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor.
- budesonide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of budesonide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
budesonide will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of budesonide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - buprenorphine subdermal implant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine subdermal implant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor patients already on buprenorphine subdermal implant who require newly-initiated treatment with CYP3A4 inhibitors for signs and symptoms of overmedication. If the dose of the concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitor cannot be reduced or discontinued, implant removal may be necessary and the patient should then be treated with a buprenorphine dosage form that permits dose adjustments. If a CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued in a patient who has been stabilized on buprenorphine, monitor the patient for withdrawal.
- buprenorphine, long-acting injection
verapamil will increase the level or effect of buprenorphine, long-acting injection by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Patients who transfer to buprenorphine long-acting injection from transmucosal buprenorphine coadministered with CYP3A4 inhibitors should be monitored to ensure buprenorphine plasma levels are adequate. Within 2 weeks, if signs and symptoms of buprenorphine toxicity or overdose occur and the concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitor cannot be reduced or discontinued, transition the patient back to a buprenorphine formulation that permits dose adjustments.
- buspirone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of buspirone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider lower buspirone doses.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- butalbital
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cabazitaxel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cabazitaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution should be exercised with concomitant use of moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- cabozantinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cabozantinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- calcium acetate
calcium acetate decreases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- calcium carbonate
calcium carbonate decreases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- calcium chloride
calcium chloride decreases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- calcium citrate
calcium citrate decreases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- calcium gluconate
calcium gluconate decreases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cannabidiol
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cannabidiol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the cannabidiol dose when coadministered with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor.
- capivasertib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of capivasertib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce capivasertib dose if coadministered with moderate CYP3A inhibitors.
- carbamazepine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of carbamazepine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor plasma levels when used concomitantly
- carbidopa
carbidopa increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Therapy with carbidopa, given with or without levodopa or carbidopa-levodopa combination products, is started, dosage adjustment of the antihypertensive drug may be required.
- carvedilol
carvedilol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- celiprolol
celiprolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- ceritinib
verapamil increases levels of ceritinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- chloramphenicol
chloramphenicol will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- cilostazol
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cilostazol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider decreasing the cilostazol dose to 50 mg twice a day.
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cinacalcet
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cinacalcet by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clarithromycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased effect of calcium channel blockers may lead to hypotension, edema, decreased HR, and acute kidney injury due to reduced renal blood flow
- clevidipine
clevidipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clomipramine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clomipramine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- clonidine
clonidine, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Sinus bradycardia resulting in hospitalization and pacemaker insertion has been reported in association with the use of clonidine concurrently with verapamil. Monitor heart rate in patients receiving concomitant verapamil and clonidine.
verapamil, clonidine. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Sinus bradycardia resulting in hospitalization and pacemaker insertion has been reported in association with the use of clonidine concurrently with verapamil. Monitor heart rate in patients receiving concomitant verapamil and clonidine. - clopidogrel
verapamil will decrease the level or effect of clopidogrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Inhibition of CYP3A4 will reduce clopidogrel bioactivation
- clozapine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clozapine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clozapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - cobicistat
cobicistat will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- conivaptan
conivaptan will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- conjugated estrogens
verapamil will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - conjugated estrogens, vaginal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens, vaginal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of conjugated estrogens, vaginal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - cortisone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
cortisone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - crizotinib
crizotinib increases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Dose reduction may be needed for coadministered drugs that are predominantly metabolized by CYP3A.
crizotinib increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil increases levels of crizotinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution should be exercised with concomitant use of moderate CYP3A inhibitors. . - crofelemer
crofelemer increases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Crofelemer has the potential to inhibit CYP3A4 at concentrations expected in the gut; unlikely to inhibit systemically because minimally absorbed.
- cyclosporine
verapamil, cyclosporine. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Verapamil and cyclosporine may inhibit CYP3A4 metabolism. Coadministration of verapamil and cyclosporine may increase plasma concentrations of either drugs.
- dabigatran
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dabigatran by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Atrial fibrillation: Avoid coadministering dabigatran with P-gp inhibitors if CrCl <30 mL/min. DVT/PE treatment: Avoid coadministering dabigatran with P-gp inhibitors if CrCl <50 mL/min
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- daridorexant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of daridorexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Daridorexant dose should not exceed 25 mg per night when coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- darifenacin
darifenacin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of darifenacin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dasatinib
dasatinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- daunorubicin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of daunorubicin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- deferasirox
deferasirox will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- deflazacort
verapamil will increase the level or effect of deflazacort by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Decrease deflazacort dose to one-third of the recommended dose if coadministered with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of deflazacort by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - dexamethasone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dexamethasone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dexamethasone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - DHEA, herbal
DHEA, herbal will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- diazepam
verapamil will increase the level or effect of diazepam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- diazepam intranasal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of diazepam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may decrease rate of diazepam elimination, thereby increasing adverse reactions to diazepam.
- dienogest/estradiol valerate
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dienogest/estradiol valerate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for potential adverse effects such as nausea, irregular uterine bleeding, breast tenderness and headache.
- digoxin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of digoxin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Toxicity characterized by gastrointestinal and neuropsychiatric symptoms, and cardiac arrhythmias may result.
digoxin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor. - diltiazem
diltiazem will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of diltiazem by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. These agents have additive hypotensive effects that may be beneficial however, it is important to monitor patients carefully.
diltiazem and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. Antihypertensives may enhance the hypotensive effects of other antihypertensive agents when used together. - disopyramide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of disopyramide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid disopyramide administration within 48 hours before or 24 hours after verapamil administration.
- docetaxel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of docetaxel by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dofetilide
dofetilide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doxazosin
doxazosin and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doxorubicin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil increases levels of doxorubicin by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of doxorubicin and calcium channel blockers may increase the risk of doxorubicin cardiotoxicity. . - doxorubicin liposomal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of doxorubicin liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil increases toxicity of doxorubicin liposomal by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of doxorubicin and calcium channel blockers may increase the risk of doxorubicin cardiotoxicity. . - dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- duvelisib
duvelisib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with duvelisib increases AUC of a sensitive CYP3A4 substrate which may increase the risk of toxicities of these drugs. Consider reducing the dose of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate and monitor for signs of toxicities of the coadministered sensitive CYP3A substrate.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of duvelisib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elagolix
elagolix will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
elagolix decreases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed. - eletriptan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of eletriptan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- eliglustat
eliglustat increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor therapeutic drug concentrations, as indicated, or consider reducing the dosage of the P-gp substrate and titrate to clinical effect.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF increases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Cobicistat is a CYP3A4 inhibitor; contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events.
- encorafenib
encorafenib, verapamil. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- enzalutamide
enzalutamide will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- eplerenone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of eplerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Plasma concentrations and pharmacologic or toxic effects of eplerenone may be increased by verapamil.
- erlotinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of erlotinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil decreases levels of eslicarbazepine acetate by increasing metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - esmolol
esmolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- estradiol
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estradiol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estradiol by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - estrogens conjugated synthetic
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estrogens conjugated synthetic by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estrogens conjugated synthetic by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - estrogens esterified
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estrogens esterified by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- estropipate
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estropipate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estropipate by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - ethanol
verapamil increases levels of ethanol by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- etonogestrel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of etonogestrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- etoposide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of etoposide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- etrasimod
etrasimod, verapamil. pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Transient decrease in heart rate and AV conduction delays may occur when initiating etrasimod. Concomitant use of etrasimod in patients receiving stable beta-blocker treatment did not result in additive effects on heart rate reduction. However, risk of additive heart rate reduction following initiation of beta-blocker therapy with stable etrasimod treatment or concomitant use with other drugs that may decrease heart rate is unknown. .
- etravirine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of etravirine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - everolimus
everolimus will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Everolimus prescribing information lists indication-specific dosing recommendations.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- felodipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of felodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
felodipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. - fesoterodine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fesoterodine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- finerenone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of finerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor serum potassium during initiation and dosage adjustment of either finererone or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. Adjust finererone dosage as needed.
- fluconazole
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fludrocortisone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fludrocortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
fludrocortisone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fludrocortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fosaprepitant
fosaprepitant will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fostamatinib
fostamatinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of fostamatinib may increase concentrations of P-gp substrates. Monitor for toxicities of the P-gp substrate drug that may require dosage reduction when given concurrently with fostamatinib.
- gentamicin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of gentamicin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gepirone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of gepirone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce gepirone dose by 50% when used concomitantly with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor.
- glecaprevir/pibrentasvir
verapamil will increase the level or effect of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
glecaprevir/pibrentasvir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- green tea
verapamil increases levels of green tea by decreasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. (Caffeine). Verapamil reduces clearance of caffeine and increases serum caffeine concentrations, presumably via inhibition of hepatic metabolism. May advise patients to limit or minimize the intake of caffeinated products to minimize caffeine-related side effects.
- griseofulvin
griseofulvin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- guanfacine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of guanfacine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors significantly increase guanfacine plasma concentrations. FDA-approved labeling for extended-release (ER) guanfacine recommends that, if coadministered, the guanfacine dosage should be decreased to half of the recommended dose. Specific recommendations for immediate-release (IR) guanfacine are not available.
- hawthorn
hawthorn increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- hydrocortisone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of hydrocortisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
hydrocortisone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of hydrocortisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - hydroxyprogesterone caproate (DSC)
verapamil will increase the level or effect of hydroxyprogesterone caproate (DSC) by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ifosfamide
verapamil decreases effects of ifosfamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Use of a CYP3A4 inhibitor may decrease metabolism of ifosfamide, potentially reducing ifosfamide therapeutic effects.
- iloperidone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of iloperidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
iloperidone increases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Iloperidone is a time-dependent CYP3A inhibitor and may lead to increased plasma levels of drugs predominantly eliminated by CYP3A4. - imatinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of imatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- imipramine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of imipramine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of imipramine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. TCA level may be increased. - indacaterol, inhaled
verapamil increases levels of indacaterol, inhaled by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Data suggests that systemic clearance is influenced by modulation of both P-gp and CYP3A4 activities. No dose adjustment is warranted at the 75 mcg dose.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of indinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of indinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - irinotecan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of irinotecan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- irinotecan liposomal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of irinotecan liposomal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isavuconazonium sulfate
verapamil will increase the level or effect of isavuconazonium sulfate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- isradipine
isradipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of P-gp substrates in clinical trials. Consider dose reduction of sensitive P-gp substrates. - itraconazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of itraconazole by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. CCBs elicit negative inotropic effects which may be additive to those of itraconazole; additionally, itraconazole can inhibit the metabolism of calcium channel blockers. Monitor for adverse reactions. Concomitant drug dose reduction may be necessary. - ivabradine
verapamil, ivabradine. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Most patients receiving ivabradine will also be treated with a beta-blocker. The risk of bradycardia increases with coadministration of drugs that slow heart rate (eg, digoxin, amiodarone, beta-blockers). Monitor heart rate in patients taking ivabradine with other negative chronotropes.
- ivacaftor
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ivacaftor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce ivacaftor dose if coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. See specific ivacaftor-containing product for precise dosage modification.
ivacaftor increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Ivacaftor and its M1 metabolite has the potential to inhibit P-gp; may significantly increase systemic exposure to sensitive P-gp substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. - ivermectin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ivermectin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ivosidenib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ivosidenib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase ivosidenib plasma concentrations, thus increasing the risk of QTc prolongation. Monitor for increased risk of QTc interval prolongation.
- ixabepilone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ixabepilone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ketoconazole
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- labetalol
labetalol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- lapatinib
lapatinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lapatinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - lefamulin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lefamulin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for adverse effects if lefamulin is coadministered with moderate CYP3A inhibitors.
- lenacapavir
lenacapavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lencapavir may increase CYP3A4 substrates initiated within 9 months after last SC dose of lenacapavir, which may increase potential risk of adverse reactions of CYP3A4 substrates.
- levamlodipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of levamlodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with moderate and strong CYP3A inhibitors results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. Monitor for symptoms of hypotension and edema when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A inhibitors to determine the need for dose adjustment.
- levodopa
levodopa increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider decreasing dosage of antihypertensive agent.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lidocaine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lidocaine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lomitapide
lomitapide increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing dose when used concomitantly with lomitapide.
- loperamide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of loperamide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lopinavir
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lopinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- loratadine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of loratadine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lorlatinib
lorlatinib will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lovastatin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lovastatin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid concomitant use of verapamil and lovastatin if possible. If used together, use lower doses of lovastatin and monitor for lovastatin toxicity (myositis, rhabdomyolysis).
- lumateperone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lumateperone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce lumateperone dose to 21 mg/day if coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- lumefantrine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of lumefantrine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lurasidone
verapamil increases levels of lurasidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Manufacturer recommends decreasing starting dose of lurasidone to 20 mg/day and maximum daily dose of lurasidone 80 mg when coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. Concurrent use may increase risk of lurasidone-related adverse reactions.
lurasidone increases effects of verapamil by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Potential for increased risk of hypotension with concurrent use. Monitor blood pressure and adjust dose of antihypertensive agent as needed. - magnesium supplement
magnesium supplement, verapamil. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Calcium channel blockers may increase toxic effects of magnesium; magnesium may increase hypotensive effects of calcium channel blockers.
- maraviroc
verapamil will increase the level or effect of maraviroc by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of maraviroc by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - marijuana
marijuana will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- mefloquine
mefloquine increases levels of verapamil by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of arrhythmia.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mefloquine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - mestranol
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mestranol by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mestranol by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - metformin
verapamil decreases effects of metformin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Verapamil may inhibit hepatic uptake of metformin by OCT1 and/or other transporters.
- methadone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of methadone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- methylphenidate
methylphenidate will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Methylphenidate may diminish antihypertensive effects. Monitor BP.
- methylprednisolone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of methylprednisolone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
methylprednisolone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of methylprednisolone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - metoprolol
metoprolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- metronidazole
metronidazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- mexiletine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mexiletine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- miconazole vaginal
miconazole vaginal will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- midazolam
verapamil will increase the level or effect of midazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- mifepristone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of mifepristone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - mipomersen
mipomersen, verapamil. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Both drugs have potential to increase hepatic enzymes; monitor LFTs.
- mitotane
mitotane decreases levels of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.
- moxisylyte
moxisylyte and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nadolol
nadolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- nafcillin
nafcillin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
nafcillin decreases levels of verapamil by increasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - naldemedine
verapamil increases levels of naldemedine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor naldemedine for potential adverse effects if coadministered with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
verapamil increases levels of naldemedine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor naldemedine for potential adverse effects if coadministered with P-gp inhibitors. - nebivolol
nebivolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nelfinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nelfinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - neomycin PO
verapamil will increase the level or effect of neomycin PO by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nicardipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nicardipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
nicardipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. - nifedipine
nifedipine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
nifedipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. - nilotinib
nilotinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nilotinib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - nintedanib
verapamil increases levels of nintedanib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If nintedanib adverse effects occur, management may require interruption, dose reduction, or discontinuation of therapy .
- nirmatrelvir/ritonavir
nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for increased bradycardia, hypotension, or dizziness. If needed, temporarily pause the antihypertensive drug.
- nisoldipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nisoldipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
nisoldipine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. - nitroglycerin rectal
nitroglycerin rectal, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Marked orthostatic hypotension has been reported when calcium channel blockers and organic nitrates were used concomitantly. Observe for possible additive hypotensive effects during concomitant use. .
- nitroglycerin sublingual
verapamil, nitroglycerin sublingual. Either increases toxicity of the other by additive vasodilation. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Marked orthostatic hypotension reported with concomitant use.
- nitroprusside sodium
verapamil increases effects of nitroprusside sodium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- norgestrel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of norgestrel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase systemic concentration of norgestrel, which may increase risk for adverse effects
- olanzapine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of olanzapine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- oliceridine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of oliceridine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If concomitant use is necessary, may require less frequent oliceridine dosing. Closely monitor for respiratory depression and sedation and titrate subsequent doses accordingly. If inhibitor is discontinued, consider increase oliceridine dosage until stable drug effects are achieved. Monitor for signs of opioid withdrawal.
verapamil, oliceridine. Either increases effects of the other by serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. - ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC)
ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir & dasabuvir (DSC) will increase the level or effect of verapamil by altering metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Decrease dose of calcium channel blocker; clinical monitoring of patients is recommended for edema and/or signs and symptoms of hypotension. if such events occur, consider further dose reduction of calcium channel blocker or switching to alternative to calcium channel blocker m channel blocker dose if necessary
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paclitaxel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paclitaxel protein bound
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel protein bound by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- palbociclib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of palbociclib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- paliperidone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paliperidone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- palovarotene
verapamil will increase the level or effect of palovarotene by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid coadministration of palovarotene, a CYP3A substrate, with moderate CYP3A inhibitors. If unavoidable, reduce palovarotene dose by 50%.
- paromomycin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paromomycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- penbutolol
penbutolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- phenoxybenzamine
phenoxybenzamine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- phentolamine
phentolamine and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- pindolol
pindolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- ponatinib
ponatinib increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of posaconazole by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - prazosin
prazosin and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- prednisolone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of prednisolone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- prednisone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of prednisone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
prednisone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of prednisone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - pretomanid
pretomanid will increase the level or effect of verapamil by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Increase monitoring for drug-related adverse effects if pretomanid is coadministered with sensitive P-gp substrates.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- procainamide
procainamide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.
- propranolol
propranolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- quetiapine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of quetiapine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- quinidine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of quinidine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
quinidine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Use Caution/Monitor. - quinupristin/dalfopristin
quinupristin/dalfopristin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- repaglinide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of repaglinide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifaximin
verapamil increases levels of rifaximin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rimegepant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of rimegepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid repeating rimegepant dose within 48 hr if coadministered with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor.
- risperidone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of risperidone by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ritonavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - rivaroxaban
verapamil increases levels of rivaroxaban by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Verapamil also inhibits P-gp activity, which can further increase rivaroxaban serum levels; since both pathways of rivaroxaban elimination are affected, patients with renal impairment receiving rivaroxaban with drugs that are combined P-gp and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase exposure compared to patients with normal renal function; monitor for bleeding.
- romidepsin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of romidepsin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of romidepsin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- rufinamide
rufinamide will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ruxolitinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ruxolitinib topical
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib topical by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- saquinavir
verapamil will increase the level or effect of saquinavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of saquinavir by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - sarecycline
sarecycline will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for toxicities of P-gp substrates that may require dosage reduction when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sevelamer
sevelamer decreases levels of verapamil by increasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sildenafil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sildenafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- silodosin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of silodosin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
silodosin and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor. - sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride
verapamil, sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride. Either decreases toxicity of the other by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for hypotension or muscle weakness in patients receiving calcium channel blockers with elevated serum magnesium concentrations.
- sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate
verapamil, sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate. Either decreases toxicity of the other by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for hypotension or muscle weakness in patients receiving calcium channel blockers with elevated serum magnesium concentrations.
- solifenacin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of solifenacin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sonidegib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sonidegib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Avoid coadministration of sonidegib with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. If a moderate CYP3A inhibitor must be used, administer the moderate CYP3A inhibitor for <14 days and monitor closely for adverse reactions, particularly musculoskeletal adverse reactions.
- sotalol
sotalol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sparsentan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sparsentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment needed. Monitor blood pressure, serum potassium, edema, and kidney function regularly if sparsentan is coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, verapamil. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
stiripentol will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates, if adverse reactions are experienced when administered concomitantly with stiripentol. - streptomycin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of streptomycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sufentanil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sufentanil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. There may be an increased incidence of bradycardia and hypotension during induction with sufentanil in patients receiving calcium channel blockers such as verapamil.
- sufentanil SL
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sufentanil SL by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of sufentanil SL with any CYP3A4 inhibitor may increase sufentanil plasma concentration, and, thereby increase or prolonged adverse effects, including potentially fatal respiratory depression.
- sunitinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of sunitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- suvorexant
verapamil will increase the level or effect of suvorexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Decrease suvorexant starting dose to 5 mg HS if coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- tacrolimus
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tacrolimus by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - tadalafil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tadalafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- tamoxifen
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tamoxifen by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibition decreases metabolism of tamoxifen to N-desmethyl tamoxifen (active metabolite with similar biologic activity)
- tapentadol
verapamil and tapentadol both increase serotonin levels. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- teniposide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of teniposide by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tenofovir DF
tenofovir DF increases levels of verapamil by decreasing renal clearance. Use Caution/Monitor. Potential for increased toxicity. .
- terazosin
terazosin and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tezacaftor
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tezacaftor by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust tezacaftor dosage regimen if coadministered with a moderate CYP3A inhibitor.
- theophylline
verapamil will increase the level or effect of theophylline by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of theophylline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - timolol
timolol and verapamil both increase anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- tinidazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tipranavir
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tipranavir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
tipranavir, verapamil. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Verapamil levels may incr or decr, due to contradictory effects of tipranavir on hepatic CYP3A4 and P glycoprotein.
tipranavir will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - tobramycin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tobramycin by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tofacitinib
verapamil increases levels of tofacitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No specific dose adjustment recommended when tofacitinib coadministered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors; decrease tofacitinib dose if coadministered with both moderate CYP3A4 and potent CYP2C19 inhibitors .
- tolterodine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tolterodine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tolvaptan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of tolvaptan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of moderate CYP 3A inhibitors, such as Verapamil with Tolvaptan should be avoided.
- topiramate
topiramate will decrease the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trabectedin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of trabectedin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trazodone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of trazodone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension
verapamil will increase the level or effect of triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triazolam
verapamil will increase the level or effect of triazolam by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trimagnesium citrate anhydrous
trimagnesium citrate anhydrous, verapamil. Either increases effects of the other by sedation. Use Caution/Monitor. Possible additive effect of magnesium and calcium channel blockers on reduction of ionic calcium may increase risk of hypotension or muscle weakness.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider reducing the dosage of P-gp substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities.
- vardenafil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vardenafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Vardenafil dose may need to be reduced if coadministered with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- vemurafenib
verapamil increases levels of vemurafenib by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
vemurafenib increases levels of verapamil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. - vinblastine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vinblastine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- vincristine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vincristine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- vincristine liposomal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vincristine liposomal by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- voclosporin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of voclosporin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce voclosporin daily dosage to 15.8 mg PO in AM and 7.9 mg PO in PM.
- voriconazole
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Combo may increase risk of hypotension, bradycardia, AV block.
voriconazole increases levels of verapamil by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - xipamide
xipamide increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- zafirlukast
zafirlukast will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- zanubrutinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of zanubrutinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Reduce zanubrutinib (a CYP3A4 substrate) to 80 mg PO BID to when coadministered with a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor. Interrupt dose as recommended for adverse reactions. After discontinuing the CYP3A4 inhibitor, resume previous dose of zanubrutinib.
Minor (118)
- acetazolamide
acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- agrimony
agrimony increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- alfuzosin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alfuzosin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- alosetron
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alosetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- alvimopan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of alvimopan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ambrisentan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ambrisentan by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- amitriptyline
verapamil will increase the level or effect of amitriptyline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
verapamil increases levels of amitriptyline by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - amoxapine
verapamil increases levels of amoxapine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- anastrozole
anastrozole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- antipyrine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of antipyrine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- armodafinil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of armodafinil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of armodafinil by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown. - asenapine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of asenapine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- aspirin
verapamil increases effects of aspirin by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- aspirin rectal
verapamil increases effects of aspirin rectal by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate
verapamil increases effects of aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- atracurium
verapamil increases effects of atracurium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- balsalazide
verapamil increases effects of balsalazide by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- berotralstat
verapamil increases levels of berotralstat by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown. Reduced berotralstat dose to 110 mg/day when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- bosentan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of bosentan by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- brimonidine
brimonidine increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- caffeine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of caffeine by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cevimeline
verapamil will increase the level or effect of cevimeline by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- choline magnesium trisalicylate
verapamil increases effects of choline magnesium trisalicylate by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- cisatracurium
verapamil increases effects of cisatracurium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- clarithromycin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clarithromycin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- clomipramine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of clomipramine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
verapamil increases levels of clomipramine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - colesevelam
colesevelam decreases levels of verapamil by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown. (Sustained release form of verapamil).
- cornsilk
cornsilk increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cyclophosphamide
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dapsone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dapsone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- darolutamide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of darolutamide by Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Darolutamide is a P-gp and CYP3A4 substrate. Closely monitor for increased adverse reactions and modify dose of darolutamide as needed when coadministered with drugs that are both P-gp and strong or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- desipramine
verapamil increases levels of desipramine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- diflunisal
verapamil increases effects of diflunisal by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- docetaxel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of docetaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- donepezil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of donepezil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dosulepin
verapamil increases levels of dosulepin by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- doxepin
verapamil increases levels of doxepin by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- dutasteride
verapamil will increase the level or effect of dutasteride by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- efavirenz
verapamil will increase the level or effect of efavirenz by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- encainide
verapamil increases levels of encainide by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- estradiol vaginal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of estradiol vaginal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- eucalyptus
verapamil will increase the level or effect of eucalyptus by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fexofenadine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of fexofenadine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- finasteride
verapamil will increase the level or effect of finasteride by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fo-ti
fo-ti increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- forskolin
forskolin increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- frovatriptan
verapamil will increase the level or effect of frovatriptan by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- galantamine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of galantamine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- hydrochlorothiazide
hydrochlorothiazide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- imatinib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of imatinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- imipramine
verapamil increases levels of imipramine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- isradipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of isradipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- itraconazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of itraconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ketoconazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ketoconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- levoketoconazole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of levoketoconazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- lily of the valley
verapamil, lily of the valley. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- lithium
verapamil increases toxicity of lithium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Increased risk of neurotoxicity.
- lofepramine
verapamil increases levels of lofepramine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- loratadine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of loratadine by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- maitake
maitake increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- maprotiline
verapamil increases levels of maprotiline by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- memantine
memantine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- mesalamine
verapamil increases effects of mesalamine by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- metformin
metformin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- methyclothiazide
methyclothiazide will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- metipranolol ophthalmic
metipranolol ophthalmic increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- midodrine
midodrine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- montelukast
verapamil will increase the level or effect of montelukast by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nifedipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nifedipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nimodipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nimodipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nitrendipine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of nitrendipine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nortriptyline
verapamil increases levels of nortriptyline by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- octacosanol
octacosanol increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ofloxacin
ofloxacin will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- onabotulinumtoxinA
verapamil increases effects of onabotulinumtoxinA by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- ondansetron
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - oxcarbazepine
verapamil decreases levels of oxcarbazepine by increasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- oxybutynin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of oxybutynin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- paclitaxel
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- paclitaxel protein bound
verapamil will increase the level or effect of paclitaxel protein bound by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pancuronium
verapamil increases effects of pancuronium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- parecoxib
verapamil will increase the level or effect of parecoxib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pimozide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pimozide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pioglitazone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of pioglitazone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- porfimer
verapamil decreases levels of porfimer by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pramipexole
pramipexole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- propafenone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of propafenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- protriptyline
verapamil increases levels of protriptyline by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- quinine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of quinine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
quinine will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown. - ramelteon
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ramelteon by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rapacuronium
verapamil increases effects of rapacuronium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- reishi
reishi increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- riluzole
verapamil will increase the level or effect of riluzole by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rocuronium
verapamil increases effects of rocuronium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- salicylates (non-asa)
verapamil increases effects of salicylates (non-asa) by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- salsalate
verapamil increases effects of salsalate by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- saxagliptin
verapamil will increase the level or effect of saxagliptin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- shepherd's purse
shepherd's purse, verapamil. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Theoretically, shepherd's purse may interfere with BP control.
- succinylcholine
verapamil increases effects of succinylcholine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- sulfamethoxazole
sulfamethoxazole will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- sulfasalazine
verapamil increases effects of sulfasalazine by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- tizanidine
tizanidine increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypotension.
- trazodone
verapamil increases levels of trazodone by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- treprostinil
treprostinil increases effects of verapamil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- triamterene
triamterene will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- trimethoprim
trimethoprim will increase the level or effect of verapamil by basic (cationic) drug competition for renal tubular clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- trimipramine
verapamil increases levels of trimipramine by decreasing metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- vecuronium
verapamil increases effects of vecuronium by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Ca Channel Blockers interfere w/Ach release from prejunctional axon.
- verteporfin
verapamil increases levels of verteporfin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- vinblastine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vinblastine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- vincristine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vincristine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- vincristine liposomal
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vincristine liposomal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- vinorelbine
verapamil will increase the level or effect of vinorelbine by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- willow bark
verapamil increases effects of willow bark by unknown mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced antiplatelet activity.
- zaleplon
verapamil will increase the level or effect of zaleplon by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ziprasidone
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ziprasidone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zolpidem
verapamil will increase the level or effect of zolpidem by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- zonisamide
verapamil will increase the level or effect of zonisamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
Adverse Effects
>10%
Headache
Gingival hyperplasia
1-10%
Constipation (9%)
Dizziness (4%)
Hypotension (4%)
Dyspepsia (3%)
Nausea (3%)
Edema (2%)
Rash (2%)
Increased liver enzymes (1%)
Sleep disturbance (1%)
Dyspnea
Postmarketing Reports
Abnormal ECG
Hypertension
Elevated liver function test results
Asthenia
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to verapamil or other calcium channel blockers
Cardiogenic shock
Congestive heart failure
Symptomatic hypotension
Sick sinus syndrome (unless permanent pacemaker in place)
2°/3° AV block (unless permanent pacemaker in place)
Cautions
Aortic stenosis
Atrial fibrillation/flutter with accessory bypass tract
1° AV block
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (eg, idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis)
Hypotension (initially or after dose increases)
Exacerbation of angina (during initiation of treatment, after dose increase, or after withdrawal of beta blocker)
Neuromuscular transmission defects; may exacerbate myasthenia gravis
Hepatic or renal impairment
Persistent progressive dermatologic reactions
Generic products may not be bioequivalent
Do not prescribe Covera-HS or Verelan PM for shift workers
Concurrent beta-blocker therapy
Concurrent ivabradine therapy
Slows AV conduction; use cautiously with beta blockers
Hypotension and bradyarrhythmias observed with concurrent use of other CYP3A4 substrates (eg, cyclosporine, telithromycin) because of competitive metabolism
Coadministration with CYP3A4 inhibitors (eg, erythromycin, itraconazole) may decrease metabolism and thus increase toxicity
Sinus bradycardia resulting in hospitalization and pacemaker insertion has been reported in association with concurrent use of clonidine with verapamil; monitor heart rate if coadministered
Verapamil is no longer part of Pediatric Advanced Life Support tachyarrhythmia algorithm
Potential toxic dose in patients <6 years old: 15 mg/kg
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Distributed in milk; nursing infant doses range from <0.01% to 0.1% of mother’s dose; manufacturer suggests refraining from nursing (though American Academy of Pediatrics committee states that drug is compatible with nursing)
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Nondihydropyridine calcium-channel blocker: Inhibits transmembrane influx of extracellular calcium ions across membranes of myocardial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells without changing serum calcium concentrations, resulting in inhibition of cardiac and vascular smooth muscle contraction and thereby dilating main coronary and systemic arteries
Blocks slow inward calcium current responsible for sinus and AV nodal depolarization
Absorption
Bioavailability: 20-35%
Onset: Immediate release, 1-2 hr; IV, 1-5 min
Duration: IV, 10-20 min; PO, 6-8 hr
Peak plasma time: Immediate release, 1-2 hr; extended release, 11 hr (Covera-HS, Verelan PM), 5.21 hr (Calan SR, Isoptin SR), or 7-9 hr (Verelan)
Distribution
Protein bound: 94%
Vd: 3.8 L/kg
Metabolism
Metabolized by hepatic P450 enzyme CYP3A4
Metabolites: Norverapamil (active)
Elimination
Half-life: Infants, 4.4-6.9 hr; single dose, 3-7 hr; multiple doses, 4.5 hr; severe hepatic impairment, 14-16 hr
Dialyzable: HD: No
Clearance: 0.5-1 L/hr/kg
Excretion: Urine (70%), feces (9-16%)
Administration
IV Incompatibilities
Additive: Albumin (human), aminophylline, amphotericin B, floxacillin, hydralazine, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole
Y-site: Albumin (human), amphotericin B cholesteryl sulfate, ampicillin, nafcillin, oxacillin, penicillin G, propofol, sodium bicarbonate
IV Compatibilities
Solution: Most common solvents
Additive: Amikacin, amiodarone, ampicillin, ascorbic acid, atropine, bretylium, calcium chloride, calcium gluconate, cefamandole, cefazolin, cefotaxime, cefoxitin, chloramphenicol, cimetidine, clindamycin, dexamethasone, diazepam, digoxin, dobutamine (incompatible at 80 mg in D5W, NS), dopamine, epinephrine, erythromycin, furosemide(?), gentamicin, heparin, hydrocortisone, hydromorphone, insulin, isoproterenol, lidocaine, magnesium sulfate, mannitol, meperidine, metaraminol, methyldopa, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, metoclopramide, morphine, multivitamins, nafcillin(?), naloxone, nitroglycerin, norepinephrine, oxacillin(?), oxytocin, pancuronium, penicillin G, pentobarbital, phenobarbital, phentolamine, phenytoin, piperacillin, potassium chloride, potassium phosphates, procainamide, propranolol, protamine, quinidine, sodium bicarbonate, sodium nitroprusside, theophylline, ticarcillin, tobramycin, tolazoline, vancomycin, vasopressin, vitamins B and C
Syringe: Heparin, inamrinone, milrinone
Y-site: Argatroban, bivalirudin, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dexmedetomidine, dobutamine, dopamine, famotidine, fenoldopam, gatifloxacin, Hextend, hydralazine, inamrinone, linezolid, meperidine, milrinone, penicillin G, piperacillin, ticarcillin
IV Administration
Direct IV over at least 2 minutes (3 minutes in older patients)
IV infusion has been performed
Storage
Store at room temperature; protect from light
Images
BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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Calan SR oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
Calan SR oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
Calan SR oral - | 180 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL solution | ![]() | |
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verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL solution | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL solution | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil intravenous - | 2.5 mg/mL vial | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 360 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 200 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 80 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 100 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 40 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 40 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 120 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 80 mg tablet | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 300 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 240 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 180 mg capsule | ![]() | |
verapamil oral - | 200 mg capsule | ![]() | |
Verelan PM oral - | 300 mg capsule | ![]() | |
Verelan PM oral - | 200 mg capsule | ![]() | |
Verelan PM oral - | 100 mg capsule | ![]() |
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Patient Handout
verapamil oral
VERAPAMIL EXTENDED-RELEASE CAPSULE - ORAL
(ver-AP-a-mil)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Verelan
USES: Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Depending on your specific brand, take this medication either in the morning or at bedtime as directed. Consult your pharmacist if you have any questions about when to take the medication.Swallow the capsules whole. Do not crush or chew the capsules. Doing so can release all of the drug at once and may increase your risk of side effects.If you have trouble swallowing the capsule, you may open the capsule and carefully sprinkle its contents on a spoonful of soft, cool applesauce just before you take it. Swallow all of the drug/food mixture right away without chewing. Then rinse your mouth and swallow the rinse liquid to make sure that you have swallowed all of the medicine. Do not chew the mixture or prepare a supply in advance.The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.For the treatment of high blood pressure, it may take a week before you get the full benefit of this drug. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse (your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, slow heartbeat, constipation, stomach upset, nausea, headache, or tiredness may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: severe dizziness, fainting, new or worsening symptoms of heart failure (such as shortness of breath, swelling ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, unusual/sudden weight gain), very slow heartbeat.This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage, such as: nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking verapamil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain types of heart rhythm problems (such as second- or third-degree atrioventricular block, sick sinus syndrome unless you have a pacemaker, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, Lown-Ganong-Levine syndrome), heart failure, certain muscle/nerve disorders (muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis), liver disease, kidney disease.This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially constipation, or swelling ankles/feet.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.This medication passes into breast milk, but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug include: aliskiren, clonidine, disopyramide, dofetilide, fingolimod, lithium.Other medications can affect the removal of verapamil from your body, which may affect how verapamil works. Examples include erythromycin, rifamycins (such as rifampin), ritonavir, St. John's wort, among others.Verapamil can slow down the removal of other medications from your body, which may affect how they work. Examples of affected drugs include asunaprevir, colchicine, elacestrant, fezolinetant, flibanserin, ivabradine, lomitapide, midazolam, triazolam, among others.Some products have ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: very slow heartbeat, severe dizziness, fainting.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, stopping smoking, and eating a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet. Consult your doctor for more details.Lab and/or medical tests (such as liver function) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.Check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to check your own blood pressure and pulse at home, and share the results with your doctor.There are different brands and types of this medication available. Some do not have the same effects. Do not change brands or types without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-888-633-4298 (US) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Information last revised November 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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