When You Should Not Take Verapamil
You should not take verapamil when:
– You are pregnant: The medication may not be safe for pregnant women.
– You are breastfeeding: This drug would pass into breast milk and affect your children.
– You are experiencing elevated liver enzymes: This medication would increase levels of liver enzyme in several individuals. Typical signs include belly pain, fever, or fatigue.
– You consume alcoholic drinks: Taking verapamil with alcohol would increase alcohol effects and drug side effects.
– You have issues with heart rhythms.
– You have an allergy to verapamil: Possible symptoms include trouble breathing, itching, rash, or swollen mouth, tongue, and lips. [10]
