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The Somerset Pharma Verapamil HCL Injectable solution is a vital medication designed for intravenous administration, containing 2.5 mg of Verapamil Hydrochloride per 2 ml single-dose vial (SDV). This injectable solution is primarily used for the treatment of various cardiovascular conditions, including arrhythmias, hypertension, and angina pectoris.
Product Features:
- Active Ingredient: Each vial contains 2.5 mg of Verapamil Hydrochloride, a calcium channel blocker that relaxes the muscles of the heart and blood vessels, making it effective in controlling abnormal heart rhythms and lowering blood pressure.
- Concentration and Volume: The 2 ml vial is specifically formulated for single-dose use, ensuring precise administration of the medication without the need for further dilution or mixing.
- Packaging: The solution is provided in a sterile, preservative-free single-dose vial (SDV), reducing the risk of contamination and ensuring the integrity of the medication during storage and handling.
- Administration: Verapamil HCL Injectable is intended for intravenous use under the supervision of healthcare professionals. It is typically administered in a controlled setting, such as a hospital or clinic, where patient monitoring is available.
- Therapeutic Uses:
- Arrhythmia Control: Effective in the management of supraventricular tachycardia, including atrial fibrillation and flutter.
- Hypertension Management: Helps to lower blood pressure in patients with moderate to severe hypertension.
- Angina Relief: Provides relief from chest pain associated with angina by improving blood flow to the heart muscle.
- Safety and Precautions:
- This medication should be administered by trained healthcare providers due to the potential for serious side effects, such as hypotension, bradycardia, or heart failure.
- It is important to monitor the patient's vital signs closely during administration to adjust the dose as necessary.
- Contraindicated in patients with severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock, or second- or third-degree AV block unless a functioning pacemaker is present.
- Storage Instructions: Store at controlled room temperature, away from light. Keep the vial in its original packaging until ready to use to maintain sterility.
