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Verapamil

CHEBI:CHEBI_9948

Definition

A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of dexverapamil and (S)-verapamil. An L-type calcium channel blocker of the phenylalkylamine class, it is used (particularly as the hydrochloride salt) in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris and cardiac arrhythmia, and as a preventive medication for migraine.

Chemical Information

Molecular Formula
C27H38N2O4
Molecular Mass
454.60160
Charge
0

Alternative Names

  • rac-2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-{[2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl](methyl)amino}-2-(propan-2-yl)pentanenitrile
  • verapamil
  • Verapamil
  • verapamilo
  • verapamilum

Drug Classification

  • racemate

    CHEBI:60911

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  • t323466
  • t323534
  • t323774
  • t323855
  • t323935
  • t323987
  • t323988
  • t324093
  • t324128
  • t324208
  • t324351
  • t324619
  • t324632
  • t324680

Important Medical Information

⚕️ This information is sourced from ChEBI (Chemical Entities of Biological Interest) database and is intended for educational purposes only.

  • Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or modifying any medication.
  • Side effects may vary and this list may not be comprehensive.
  • Drug interactions may occur with other medications.

Additional Identifiers

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Wikipedia:Verapamil
DRON_00010000
11170
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Additional References

Wikipedia:Verapamil

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