Health/Wellness

Although there are many different drugs that can treat high blood pressure, many doctors prescribe a calcium channel blocker in order to relax the blood vessels and heart muscles. This can help to reduce blood pressure by allowing additional blood to flow through the arteries.

One calcium channel blocker that your doctor may prescribe is Isoptin SR. Isoptin SR is also known under the generic name, Verapamil Hydrochloride. Not only is Verapamil Hydrochloride the generic name for Isoptin SR, it is also the active ingredient that is found in this brand-name medication.

Isoptin is a fast acting medication that is often prescribed by doctors to treat angina attacks, as well as to treat hypertension. The sustained release version that is found in Isoptin SR, however, is often a long-term medication that is given to treat hypertension. You should make sure that you always take Isoptin SR (Verapamil Hydrochloride) according to your doctor's directions, and that you never chew or break apart the capsule as that could allow too much of this sustained release medication in your system at one time. If you feel as if you have taken too much Isoptin SR, make sure that you speak to your doctor immediately.

Your doctor will want to know if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as kidney or liver disease before prescribing Isoptin SR (Verapamil Hydrochloride). He will also want to know other medications that you may be taking, as there are several which can react negatively whenever you're taking a calcium channel blocker. Answer all of your doctor's questions very carefully and give a full disclosure of any prescription or nonprescription medications that you are currently taking. It can make a difference as to whether you will be able to take Isoptin SR or if your doctor will have to modify your prescription.

Some of the more mild Isoptin SR side effects that you may experience include nausea, skin rash, dizziness and a tingling feeling underneath your skin. You may also experience more severe Isoptin SR side effects, or an allergic reaction. If you have an allergic reaction to Isoptin SR (Verapamil Hydrochloride) or any medication, seek medical help immediately.

Because Isoptin SR is a long-term medication that is used to deal with hypertension, you should make sure that you have a resource where you can buy cheap Isoptin SR online. Look for an online Canadian pharmacy that not only requires that you show proof of your prescription but that will give you a low price guarantee. This is the best way for you to make sure that you are saving the most amount of money on your Isoptin SR prescription.

Whenever you talk to the Canadian pharmacist about your Isoptin SR (Verapamil Hydrochloride) order, make sure that you also talk to them about ordering any other medications that you may be taking. When you get all of your prescription and nonprescription medications from Canada, the savings can be quite significant.