Definitions for "CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS"
Drugs useful in treating tachycardias (abnormally rapid heart rates).
These medicines for angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure affect the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels, relax blood vessels, and increase the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. Examples of calcium channel blockers include diltiazem (Cardizem), nifedipine (Procardia), and verpamil (Isoptin).
Drugs used in the treatment of hypertension and angina; their mechanism of action involves opening up blood vessels