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Status:
US Approved Rx (2020)
First approved in 1982

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ABSOLUTE)



Diltiazem is a nondihydropyridines calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. Diltiazem produces its antihypertensive effect primarily by relaxation of vascular smooth muscle and the ...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2022)
First approved in 1978

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Verapamil is a FDA approved drug used to treat high blood pressure and to control chest pain. Verapamil is an L-type calcium channel blocker that also has antiarrythmic activity. The R-enantiomer is more effective at reducing blood pressure compared ...