verapamil

verapamil Definition

ve·rapa·mil (və rap′ə mil)

noun

a white, crystalline powder, CHClNO, that dilates blood vessels, used in medicine to treat angina pectoris, hypertension, etc.

verapamil Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

e.g.: Calcium entry during the plateau is essential for contraction; blockers of L-type Ca 2+ channels ( e.g. verapamil ) reduce force of contraction.

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