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Probable adverse interaction between oral metoprolol and verapamil

Joseph N. S. Eisenberg, G D Oakley

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A combination of an oral beta-adrenergic blocking agent and verapamil has been advocated as a safe treatment for angina. A case of Wenckebach type atrioventricular block occurring in a patient on metoprolol and verapamil is reported. It is suggested that this combination is used with caution.

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A combination of an oral beta-adrenergic blocking agent and verapamil has been advocated as a safe treatment for angina. A case of Wenckebach type atrioventricular block occurring in a patient on metoprolol and verapamil is reported. It is suggested that this combination is used with caution.

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A combination of an oral beta-adrenergic blocking agent and verapamil has been advocated as a safe treatment for angina. A case of Wenckebach type atrioventricular block occurring in a patient on metoprolol and verapamil is reported. It is suggested that this combination is used with caution.

Key concepts: Verapamil, Metoprolol, Medicine, Angina, Atrioventricular block, Adrenergic beta-Antagonists, Adverse effect, Pharmacology

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