Severe verapamil (sustained-release) overdose.
Vasodilators, specifically calcium-channel modulators, are currently in widespread use for the treatment of essential hypertension. Several reports of toxicity from immediate-release verapamil have appeared in the literature. We present a case of sustained-release verapamil overdose as a consequence of an attempted suicide. The treatment measures used in a verapamil toxicity are discussed, as well as a review of the current literature on verapamil overdose.
Krick
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Medical College of Virginia.
Gums
J G
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Grauer
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Cooper
G R
GR
D000328:Adult; D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013405:Suicide; D014700:Verapamil / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000506:poisoning*
D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D014700:Verapamil