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What might calan be prescribed for?

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Dr. Irv Loh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Calcium channel blkr: Verapamil, a member of the calcium channel blocker family of drugs. Perhaps most commonly used for hypertension, but also for certain heart rhythm disturbances. Can be used for angina treatment and neurologists may use it for migraine prevention. Does have side effects so talk to prescribing doctor carefully.

Answered 3/12/2013

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