verapamil

noun ve·rap·a·mil \və-ˈra-pə-ˌmil\

Definition of VERAPAMIL

: a calcium channel blocker C₂₇H₃₈N₂O₄ used especially in the form of its hydrochloride

Origin of VERAPAMIL

International Scientific Vocabulary valeric (acid) + -apam- (probably alteration of amino + propyl) + nitrile

First Known Use: 1967

Medical Dictionary

verapamil

noun ve·rap·am·il \və-ˈrap-ə-ˌmil\

Medical Definition of VERAPAMIL

: a calcium channel blocker that is administered in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₇H₃₈N₂O₄·HCl especially to treat hypertension and angina pectoris—see calan

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