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Who should not take Isoptin SR?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Do not take the heart/blood pressure medication Isoptin SR (verapamil) if you have low blood pressure or have suffered a heart attack recently. Do not take Isoptin SR if you have some heart conditions, including sick sinus syndrome and AV block. If you have a pacemaker, you may be able to take Isoptin SR. Avoid Isoptin SR if you have had an allergic reaction to it.

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