Generic Name - Verapamil
Category - Antihypertensive, Antianginal and Antiarrhythmias medication
Indications
re and angina (chest pain). Covera is also used for the treatment of arrhythmias (irregular heart beats). Hypertension is a common disorder where the blood pressure remains abnormally high. Arrhythmias are abnormal heart rhythms that causes the heart to pump less effectively. Verapamil (Generic Covera) relaxes blood vessels and reduces the pressure on heart. It also increases the supply of oxygen to the heart to control chest pain.
Generic for Covera Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Covera is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Covera should not be taken by patients who have history of following ailment conditions
Acute myocardial infarction
Severe left ventricular dysfunction
Cardiogenic shock
Severe hypotension
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Covera. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Cyclosporine
Cimetidine
Carbamazepine
Lithium
Rifampin
Phenobarbital
Generic Covera Dosage and Adverse Effects (Use content from rxfactory direct) (Take only adult dosage and rare side effects content )
Generic for Covera Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericCovera
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Covera for Angina is 80 mg to 120 mg three times a day. However, 40 mg three times a day may be warranted in patients who may have an increased response to Verapamil (eg, decreased hepatic function, elderly, etc).
Generic for Covera Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Covera side Effects include dizziness, slow heartbeat (less than 50 beats per minute), lightheadedness, swelling of the legs or ankles, difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, palpitations, irregular heartbeat and skin rash.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Covera.
Generic for Covera and Pregnancy
There are no adequate or well-controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Covera in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Generic for Covera and Breastfeeding
Generic Covera appears in breast milk and could affect the nursing infant. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Covera and Pediatric
GenericCovera is not recommended for children below the age of 12 years.
Generic for Covera and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Covera in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Covera serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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