Isoptin
Verapamil 40mg, 120mg and 240mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of hypertension, angina pectoris and arrhythmia. A calcium channel blocker.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Verapamil
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 40 · 120 · 240mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Isoptin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Angina Pectoris · Arrhythmia
- Alternative names
- Cordilox
- Therapeutic class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Contraindications
- hypotension; cardiogenic shock; second or third-degree heart block
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor blood pressure
- Minor side effects
- constipation; dizziness; headache
- Moderate side effects
- bradycardia; peripheral oedema
- Serious side effects
- heart failure, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Abbott
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- beta-blockers; grapefruit juice
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Patient summary
Verapamil 40mg, 120mg and 240mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of hypertension, angina pectoris and arrhythmia. A calcium channel blocker.
Mechanism of action
Verapamil inhibits the influx of calcium ions into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells, resulting in coronary and peripheral vasodilation and decreased heart rate.
Isoptin is a trusted brand of verapamil used to assist with the management of hypertension, angina pectoris and arrhythmia. The same active ingredient is also sold under various labels including Cordilox. Abbott produces this medication as a tablet in strengths of 40, 120 and 240mg, providing flexible options for long-term cardiovascular support.
Buying Isoptin online
Generic verapamil, often produced in India, offers a significantly more cost effective alternative to the original brand. This makes it an accessible option for expats or those living in areas where local stock is limited. Ordering online provides a straightforward way to maintain a consistent supply of medication across the region.
Is Isoptin the original brand?
Yes, Isoptin is the originator brand name, made by Abbott. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (verapamil) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How much does Isoptin cost?
It depends on the strength and pack. Isoptin comes in 40, 120 and 240mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 90 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are other brand names for verapamil?
Other brands of verapamil include Cordilox. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Calan, Verampil, Calan SR and Isoptin SR.
What does Isoptin treat?
Isoptin contains verapamil, used for hypertension, angina pectoris and arrhythmia. Verapamil inhibits the influx of calcium ions into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells, resulting in coronary and peripheral vasodilation and decreased heart rate.
How long does Isoptin take to work?
Verapamil usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 6 to 8 hours. It varies from person to person.
Does Isoptin have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of verapamil are constipation, dizziness and headache. Less common ones include bradycardia and peripheral oedema. Serious but less common side effects include heart failure, which needs urgent medical attention.
What does Isoptin interact with?
Verapamil can interact with beta-blockers and grapefruit juice. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Isoptin.
Can I buy Isoptin over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand verapamil is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Isoptin delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Isoptin is the originator brand name, made by Abbott. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Abbott and do not ship the original Isoptin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Verapamil) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.