Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
HOW SUPPLIED Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1 mg/240 mg are supplied as white to pinkish white colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘294’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 1 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-294-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-294-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-294-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 2 mg/180 mg are supplied as pink colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘295’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 2 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 180 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-295-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-295-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-295-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 2 mg/240 mg are supplied as cream colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘296’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 2 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-296-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-296-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-296-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 4 mg/240 mg are supplied as brown colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘G38’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 4 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-329-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-329-10 — bottles of 1000 Dispense in well-closed container with safety closure. Storage: Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Distributed by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Elmwood Park, NJ 07407 Questions? 1 (888) 721-7115 www.glenmarkpharma-us.com April 2025 logo; Principle Display Panel - 1 mg/240 mg label1mg-240mg-100s; Principle Display Panel - 2 mg/180 mg label2mg-180mg-100s; Principle Display Panel - 2 mg/240 mg label2mg-240mg-100s; Principle Display Panel - 4 mg/240 mg label4mg-240mg-100s
- HOW SUPPLIED Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1 mg/240 mg are supplied as white to pinkish white colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘294’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 1 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-294-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-294-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-294-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 2 mg/180 mg are supplied as pink colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘295’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 2 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 180 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-295-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-295-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-295-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 2 mg/240 mg are supplied as cream colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘296’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 2 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-296-90 — bottles of 90 NDC 68462-296-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-296-10 — bottles of 1000 Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 4 mg/240 mg are supplied as brown colored, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablets with ‘G38’ debossed on one side and plain on the other side containing 4 mg trandolapril, USP in an immediate-release form and 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride, USP in an extended-release form. NDC 68462-329-01 — bottles of 100 NDC 68462-329-10 — bottles of 1000 Dispense in well-closed container with safety closure. Storage: Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Distributed by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Elmwood Park, NJ 07407 Questions? 1 (888) 721-7115 www.glenmarkpharma-us.com April 2025 logo
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Overview
Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets combine a slow release formulation of a calcium channel blocker, verapamil hydrochloride, USP, and an immediate release formulation of an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, trandolapril, USP. Verapamil Component Verapamil hydrochloride, USP is chemically described as benzeneacetonitrile, α [3-[[2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl) -ethyl] methylamino] propyl] -3,4-dimethoxy-α -(1-methylethyl)-, monohydrochloride, (±). Its molecular formula is C 27 H 38 N 2 O 4 • HCl and its structural formula is: Verapamil hydrochloride, USP is a white or practically white crystalline powder, with a molecular weight of 491.06 g/mol. It is soluble in water, freely soluble in chloroform, sparingly soluble in alcohol and practically insoluble in ether. It is practically odorless and has a bitter taste. verapamil-structure Trandolapril Component Trandolapril, USP is the ethyl ester prodrug of a nonsulfhydryl angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, trandolaprilat. It is chemically described as (2S,3aR,7aS)- 1- [(S)-2-[[(S)-1-(EthoxyCarbonyl)-3-phenylpropyl] amino]Propanoyl]octahydro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid. Its molecular formula is C 24 H 34 N 2 O 5 and its structural formula is: Trandolapril, USP is a white or almost white powder with a molecular weight of 430.54 g/mol. It is practically insoluble in water; freely soluble in methylene chloride; sparingly soluble in absolute alcohol. Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are formulated for oral administration, containing verapamil hydrochloride, USP as a controlled release formulation and trandolapril, USP as an immediate release formulation. The tablet strengths are trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets 1 mg/240 mg, trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets 2 mg/180 mg, trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets 2 mg/240 mg, and trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets 4 mg/240 mg. The tablets also contain the following ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, ferric oxide red, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, povidone, sodium alginate, sodium stearyl fumarate, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose. The film coating contains: 1 mg/240 mg – hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and polyethylene glycol; 2 mg/180 mg – hypromellose, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, iron oxide red, and FD&C blue #2; 2 mg/240 mg – hypromellose, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, iron oxide yellow, iron oxide black, and iron oxide red; 4 mg/240 mg – hypromellose, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, iron oxide yellow, iron oxide red, and iron oxide black. trandolapril-structure
Indications & Usage
Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension. This fixed combination drug is not indicated for the initial therapy of hypertension (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). In using trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, consideration should be given to the fact that an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, captopril, has caused agranulocytosis, particularly in patients with renal impairment or collagen vascular disease, and that available data are insufficient to show that trandolapril does not have similar risk (see WARNINGS - Neutropenia/Agranulocytosis ).
Dosage & Administration
The recommended usual dosage range of trandolapril for hypertension is 1 to 4 mg per day administered in a single dose or two divided doses. The recommended usual dosage range of verapamil hydrochloride sustained-release tablets for hypertension is 120 to 480 mg per day administered in a single dose or two divided doses. The hazards (see WARNINGS ) of trandolapril are generally independent of dose; those of verapamil are a mixture of dose-dependent phenomena (primarily dizziness, AV block, constipation) and dose-independent phenomena, the former much more common than the latter. Therapy with any combination of trandolapril and verapamil will thus be associated with both sets of dose-independent hazards. The dose-dependent side effects of verapamil have not been shown to be decreased by the addition of trandolapril nor vice versa. Rarely, the dose-independent hazards of trandolapril are serious. To minimize dose-independent hazards, it is usually appropriate to begin therapy with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets only after a patient has either (a) failed to achieve the desired antihypertensive effect with one or the other monotherapy at its respective maximally recommended dose and shortest dosing interval, or (b) the dose of one or the other monotherapy cannot be increased further because of dose-limiting side effects. Clinical trials with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets have explored only once-a-day doses. The antihypertensive effect and or adverse effects of adding 4 mg of trandolapril once-a-day to a dose of 240 mg verapamil hydrochloride sustained-release tablets administered twice-a-day has not been studied, nor have the effects of adding as little of 180 mg verapamil hydrochloride sustained-release tablets to 2 mg trandolapril administered twice-a-day been evaluated. Over the dose range of verapamil hydrochloride sustained-release tablets 120 to 240 mg once-a-day and trandolapril 0.5 to 8 mg once-a-day, the effects of the combination increase with increasing doses of either component. Replacement Therapy For convenience, patients receiving trandolapril (up to 8 mg) and verapamil (up to 240 mg) in separate tablets, administered once-a-day, may instead wish to receive trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets containing the same component doses. Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets should be administered with food.
Warnings & Precautions
WARNINGS Heart Failure Verapamil Component Verapamil has a negative inotropic effect which, in most patients, is compensated by its afterload reduction (decreased systemic vascular resistance) properties without a net impairment of ventricular performance. In clinical experience with 4,954 patients, 87 (1.8%) developed congestive heart failure or pulmonary edema. Verapamil should be avoided in patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction (e.g., ejection fraction less than 30%, pulmonary wedge pressure above 20 mmHg, or severe symptoms of cardiac failure) and in patients with any degree of ventricular dysfunction if they are receiving a beta adrenergic blocker (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions ). Patients with milder ventricular dysfunction should, if possible, be controlled with optimum doses of digitalis and/or diuretics before verapamil treatment (Note interactions with digoxin under: PRECAUTIONS ). Trandolapril Component Trandolapril, as an ACE inhibitor, may cause excessive hypotension in patients with congestive heart failure (see WARNINGS - Hypotension ). Hypotension Verapamil Component Occasionally, the pharmacologic action of verapamil may produce a decrease in blood pressure below normal levels which may result in dizziness or symptomatic hypotension. Trandolapril Component Trandolapril can cause symptomatic hypotension. Like other ACE inhibitors, trandolapril has only rarely been associated with symptomatic hypotension in uncomplicated hypertensive patients. Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who are salt- or volume-depleted as a result of prolonged treatment with diuretics, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. Volume and/or salt depletion should be corrected before initiating treatment with trandolapril (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions and ADVERSE REACTIONS ). In controlled studies, hypotension was observed in 0.6% of patients receiving any combination of trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release. In patients with concomitant congestive heart failure, with or without associated renal insufficiency, ACE inhibitor therapy may cause excessive hypotension, which may be associated with oliguria or azotemia, and, rarely, with acute renal failure and death (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). If symptomatic hypotension occurs, the patient should be placed in the supine position and, if necessary, normal saline may be administered intravenously. A transient hypotensive response is not a contraindication to further doses; however, lower doses of verapamil HCl extended-release and/or trandolapril or reduced concomitant diuretic therapy should be considered. Elevated Liver Enzymes/Hepatic Failure Verapamil Component Elevations of transaminases with and without concomitant elevations in alkaline phosphatase and bilirubin have been reported. Such elevations have sometimes been transient and may disappear even in the face of continued verapamil treatment. Several cases of hepatocellular injury related to verapamil have been proven by rechallenge; half of these had clinical symptoms (malaise, fever, and/or right upper quadrant pain) in addition to elevations of SGOT, SGPT, and alkaline phosphatase. Trandolapril Component ACE inhibitors rarely have been associated with a syndrome of cholestatic jaundice, fulminant hepatic necrosis, and death. The mechanism of this syndrome is not understood. Patients receiving ACE inhibitors who develop jaundice should discontinue the ACE inhibitor and receive appropriate medical follow-up. Liver abnormalities were noted in 3.2% of patients taking any of several combinations of trandolapril/verapamil doses. Periodic monitoring of liver function in patients taking trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets is therefore prudent. Accessory Bypass Tract (Wolff-Parkinson-White or Lown-Ganong-Levine Syndromes) Verapamil Component Some patients with paroxysmal and/or chronic atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter and a coexisting accessory AV pathway have developed increased antegrade conduction across the accessory pathway bypassing the AV node, producing a very rapid ventricular response or ventricular fibrillation after receiving intravenous verapamil (or digitalis). Although a risk of this occurring with oral verapamil has not been established, such patients receiving oral verapamil may be at risk and its use in these patients is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). Treatment is usually DC-cardioversion. Cardioversion has been used safely and effectively after oral verapamil. Atrioventricular Block Verapamil Component The effect of verapamil on AV conduction and the SA node may lead to asymptomatic first-degree AV block and transient bradycardia, sometimes accompanied by nodal escape rhythms. PR interval prolongation is correlated with verapamil plasma concentrations, especially during the early titration phases of therapy. Higher degrees of AV block, however, were infrequently (0.8%) observed. Marked first-degree block or progressive development to second- or third-degree AV block requires a reduction in dosage or, in rare instances, discontinuation of verapamil hydrochloride and institution of appropriate therapy depending upon the clinical situation. Patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (IHSS) Verapamil Component In 120 patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (most of them refractory or intolerant to propranolol) who received therapy with verapamil at doses up to 720 mg/day, a variety of serious adverse effects were seen. Three patients died in pulmonary edema; all had severe left ventricular outflow obstruction and a past history of left ventricular dysfunction. Eight other patients had pulmonary edema and/or severe hypotension; abnormally high (over 20 mmHg) capillary wedge pressure and a marked left ventricular outflow obstruction were present in most of these patients. Sinus bradycardia occurred in 11% of the patients, second-degree AV block in 4% and sinus arrest in 2%. It must be appreciated that this group of patients had a serious disease with a high mortality rate. Most adverse effects responded well to dose reduction and only rarely did verapamil have to be discontinued. Anaphylactoid and Possibly Related Reactions Presumably because angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors affect the metabolism of eicosanoids and polypeptides, including endogenous bradykinin, patients receiving ACE inhibitors, including trandolapril may be subject to a variety of adverse reactions, some of them serious. Angioedema Angioedema of the face, extremities, lips, tongue, glottis, and larynx has been reported in patients treated with ACE inhibitors including trandolapril. Symptoms suggestive of angioedema or facial edema occurred in 0.13% of trandolapril-treated patients. Two of the four cases were life-threatening and resolved without treatment or with medication (corticosteroids). Angioedema associated with laryngeal edema can be fatal. If laryngeal stridor or angioedema of the face, tongue or glottis occurs, treatment with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets should be discontinued immediately, the patient treated in accordance with accepted medical care and carefully observed until the swelling disappears. In instances where swelling is confined to the face and lips, the condition generally resolves without treatment; antihistamines may be useful in relieving symptoms. Where there is involvement of the tongue, glottis, or larynx, likely to cause airway obstruction, emergency therapy, including but not limited to subcutaneous epinephrine solution 1:1,000 (0.3 to 0.5 mL) should be promptly administered (see PRECAUTIONS and ADVERSE REACTIONS ). Patients receiving coadministration of an ACE inhibitor with an mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) inhibitor (e.g., temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus) or a neprilysin inhibitor (e.g., sacubitril) may be at increased risk for angioedema. Anaphylactoid Reactions During Desensitization Two patients undergoing desensitizing treatment with hymenoptera venom while receiving ACE inhibitors sustained life-threatening anaphylactoid reactions. In the same patients, these reactions did not occur when ACE inhibitors were temporarily withheld, but they reappeared when the ACE inhibitors were inadvertently readministered. Anaphylactoid Reactions During Membrane Exposure Anaphylactoid reactions have been reported in patients dialyzed with high-flux membranes and treated concomitantly with an ACE inhibitor. Anaphylactoid reactions have also been reported in patients undergoing low-density lipoprotein apheresis with dextran sulfate absorption. Neutropenia/Agranulocytosis Trandolapril Component Another ACE inhibitor, captopril, has been shown to cause agranulocytosis and bone marrow depression rarely in patients with uncomplicated hypertension, but more frequently in patients with renal impairment, especially if they also have a collagen-vascular disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus or scleroderma. Available data from clinical trials of trandolapril or trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are insufficient to show that trandolapril does not cause agranulocytosis at similar rates. As with other ACE inhibitors, periodic monitoring of white blood cell counts in patients with collagen-vascular disease and/or renal disease should be considered. Fetal Toxicity Trandolapril Component Use of drugs that act on the renin-angiotensin system during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy reduces fetal renal function and increases fetal and neonatal morbidity and death. Resulting oligohydramnios can be associated with fetal lung hypoplasia and skeletal deformations. Potential neonatal adverse effects include skull hypoplasia, anuria, hypotension, renal failure, and death. When pregnancy is detected, discontinue trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets as soon as possible. These adverse outcomes are usually associated with use of these drugs in the second and third trimester of pregnancy. Most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in the first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents. Appropriate management of maternal hypertension during pregnancy is important to optimize outcomes for both mother and fetus. In the unusual case that there is no appropriate alternative to therapy with drugs affecting the renin-angiotensin system for a particular patient, apprise the mother of the potential risk to the fetus. Perform serial ultrasound examinations to assess the intra-amniotic environment. If oligohydramnios is observed, discontinue trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, unless it is considered lifesaving for the mother. Fetal testing may be appropriate, based on the week of pregnancy. Patients and physicians should be aware, however, that oligohydramnios may not appear until after the fetus has sustained irreversible injury. Closely observe infants with histories of in utero exposure to trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets for hypotension, oliguria, and hyperkalemia (see PRECAUTIONS - Pediatric Use ). Doses of 0.8 mg/kg/day (9.4 mg/m 2 /day) in rabbits, 1000 mg/kg/day (7000 mg/m 2 /day) in rats, and 25 mg/kg/day (295 mg/m 2 /day) in cynomolgus monkeys did not produce teratogenic effects. These doses represent 10 and 3 times (rabbits), 1250 and 2564 times (rats), and 312 and 108 times (monkeys) the maximum projected human dose of 4 mg based on body-weight and body-surface-area, respectively assuming a 50 kg woman. Trandolapril in doses of 0.8 mg/kg/day in rabbits, 100 mg/kg/day in rats, and 25 mg/kg/day in cynomolgus monkeys (10, 1250, and 312 times the maximum projected human dose, respectively, assuming a 50 kg woman) did not produce teratogenic effects.
Boxed Warning
FETAL TOXICITY • When pregnancy is detected, discontinue trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets as soon as possible. • Drugs that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury and death to the developing fetus (see WARNINGS: Fetal Toxicity ) .
Contraindications
Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any ACE inhibitor or verapamil. Because of the verapamil component, trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated in: 1. Severe left ventricular dysfunction (see WARNINGS ). 2. Hypotension (systolic pressure less than 90 mmHg) or cardiogenic shock. 3. Sick sinus syndrome (except in patients with a functioning artificial ventricular pacemaker). 4. Second- or third-degree AV block (except in patients with a functioning artificial ventricular pacemaker). 5. Patients with atrial flutter or atrial fibrillation and an accessory bypass tract (e.g. Wolff-Parkinson-White, Lown-Ganong-Levine syndromes) (see WARNINGS ). 6. Patients taking flibanserin (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions ). Because of the trandolapril component, trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of angioedema related to previous treatment with an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Do not co-administer aliskiren with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets in patients with diabetes (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions ). Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated in combination with a neprilysin inhibitor (e.g., sacubitril). Do not administer trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets within 36 hours of switching to or from sacubitril/valsartan, a neprilysin inhibitor (see WARNINGS ).
Adverse Reactions
Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets have been evaluated in over 1,957 subjects and patients. Of these, 541 patients, including 23% elderly patients, participated in U.S. controlled clinical trials, and 251 were studied in foreign controlled clinical trials. In clinical trials with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, no adverse experiences peculiar to this combination drug have been observed. Adverse experiences that have occurred have been limited to those that have been previously reported with verapamil or trandolapril. Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets have been evaluated for long-term safety in 272 patients treated for 1 year or more. Adverse experiences were usually mild and transient. Discontinuation of therapy because of adverse events in U.S. placebo-controlled hypertension studies was required in 2.6% and 1.9% of patients treated with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets and placebo, respectively. Adverse experiences occurring in 1% or more of the 541 patients in placebo-controlled hypertension trials who were treated with a range of trandolapril (0.5 to 8 mg) and verapamil (120 to 240 mg) combinations are shown below. ADVERSE EVENTS OCCURRING IN ≥ 1% OF TRANDOLAPRIL AND VERAPAMIL HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS PATIENTS IN U.S. PLACEBO-CONTROLLED TRIALS Trandolapril and Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets (N = 541) % Incidence (% Discontinuance) PLACEBO (N = 206) % Incidence (% Discontinuance) AV Block First Degree 3.9 (0.2) 0.5 (0) Bradycardia 1.8 (0) 0 (0) Bronchitis 1.5 (0) 0.5 (0) Chest Pain 2.2 (0) 1 (0) Constipation 3.3 (0) 1 (0) Cough 4.6 (0) 2.4 (0) Diarrhea 1.5 (0.2) 1 (0) Dizziness 3.1 (0) 1.9 (0.5) Dyspnea 1.3 (0.4) 0 (0) Edema 1.3 (0) 2.4 (0) Fatigue 2.8 (0.4) 2.4 (0) Headache(s) + 8.9 (0) 9.7 (0.5) Increased Liver Enzymes* 2.8 (0.2) 1 (0) Nausea 1.5 (0.2) 0.5 (0) Pain Extremity(ies) 1.1 (0.2) 0.5 (0) Pain Back + 2.2 (0) 2.4 (0) Pain Joint(s) 1.7 (0) 1 (0) Upper Respiratory Tract Infection(s) + 5.4 (0) 7.8 (0) Upper Respiratory Tract Congestion + 2.4 (0) 3.4 (0) * Also includes increase in SGPT, SGOT, Alkaline Phosphatase + Incidence of adverse events is higher in Placebo group than trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets patients Other clinical adverse experiences possibly, probably, or definitely related to drug treatment occurring in 0.3% or more of patients treated with trandolapril/verapamil combinations with or without concomitant diuretic in controlled or uncontrolled trials (N = 990) and less frequent, clinically significant events (in italics) include the following: Cardiovascular Angina, AV block second degree, bundle branch block, edema, flushing, hypotension, myocardial infarction, palpitations, premature ventricular contractions, nonspecific ST-T changes, near syncope, tachycardia. Central Nervous System Drowsiness, hypesthesia, insomnia, loss of balance, paresthesia, vertigo. Dermatologic Pruritus, rash. Emotional, Mental, Sexual States Anxiety, impotence, abnormal mentation. Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat Epistaxis, tinnitus, upper respiratory tract infection, blurred vision. Gastrointestinal Diarrhea, dyspepsia, dry mouth, nausea. General Body Function Chest pain, malaise, weakness. Genitourinary Endometriosis, hematuria, nocturia, polyuria, proteinuria. Hemopoietic Decreased leukocytes, decreased neutrophils. Musculoskeletal System Arthralgias/myalgias, gout (increased uric acid). Pulmonary Dyspnea. Angioedema Angioedema has been reported in 3 (0.15%) patients receiving trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets in U.S. and foreign studies (N = 1,957). Angioedema associated with laryngeal edema may be fatal. If angioedema of the face, extremities, lips, tongue, glottis, and/or larynx occurs, treatment with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted immediately (see WARNINGS ). Hypotension (See WARNINGS ). In hypertensive patients, hypotension occurred in 0.6% and near syncope occurred in 0.1%. Hypotension or syncope was a cause for discontinuation of therapy in 0.4% of hypertensive patients. Treatment of Acute Cardiovascular Adverse Reactions The frequency of cardiovascular adverse reactions which require therapy is rare, hence, experience with their treatment is limited. Whenever severe hypotension or complete AV block occur following oral administration of trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets (verapamil component), the appropriate emergency measures should be applied immediately, e.g., intravenously administered isoproterenol HCl, levarterenol bitartrate, atropine (all in the usual doses), or calcium gluconate (10% solution). In patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (IHSS), alpha-adrenergic agents (phenylephrine, metaraminol bitartrate or methoxamine) should be used to maintain blood pressure, and isoproterenol and levarterenol should be avoided. If further support is necessary, inotropic agents (dopamine or dobutamine) may be administered. Actual treatment and dosage should depend on the severity and the clinical situation and the judgment and experience of the treating physician. Other Other adverse experiences (in addition to those in table and listed above) that have been reported with the individual components are listed below. Verapamil Component Cardiovascular (See WARNINGS ). CHF/pulmonary edema, AV block 3°, atrioventricular dissociation, claudication, purpura (vasculitis), syncope. Digestive System Gingival hyperplasia. Reversible, (upon discontinuation of verapamil) nonobstructive, paralytic ileus has been infrequently reported in association with the use of verapamil. Hemic and Lymphatic Ecchymosis or bruising. Nervous System Cerebrovascular accident, confusion, psychotic symptoms, shakiness, somnolence. Skin Exanthema, hair loss, hyperkeratosis, maculae, sweating, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiform. Urogenital Gynecomastia, galactorrhea/hyperprolactinemia, increased urination, spotty menstruation. Trandolapril Component Emotional, Mental, Sexual States Decreased libido. Gastrointestinal Pancreatitis. Clinical Laboratory Test Findings Hematology (See WARNINGS ). Low white blood cells, low neutrophils, low lymphocytes, low platelets. Serum Electrolytes Hyperkalemia (see PRECAUTIONS ), hyponatremia. Renal Function Tests Increases in creatinine and blood urea nitrogen levels occurred in 1.1 percent and 0.3 percent, respectively, of patients receiving trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets with or without hydrochlorothiazide therapy. None of these increases required discontinuation of treatment. Increases in these laboratory values are more likely to occur in patients with renal insufficiency or those pretreated with a diuretic and, based on experience with other ACE inhibitors, would be expected to be especially likely in patients with renal artery stenosis (see PRECAUTIONS and WARNINGS ). Liver Function Tests Elevations of liver enzymes (SGOT, SGPT, LDH, and alkaline phosphatase) and/or serum bilirubin occurred. Discontinuation for elevated liver enzymes occurred in 0.9 percent of patients (see WARNINGS ). Post Marketing Experience There has been a single postmarketing report of paralysis (tetraparesis) associated with the combined use of verapamil and colchicine. This may have been caused by colchicine crossing the blood-brain barrier due to CYP3A4 and P-gp inhibition by verapamil. Combined use of verapamil and colchicine is not recommended (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions ).
Drug Interactions
In vitro metabolic studies indicate that verapamil is metabolized by cytochrome P450 including CYP3A4, CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9 and CYP2C18. Verapamil has been shown to be an inhibitor of CYP3A4 enzymes and P-glycoprotein (P-gp). Clinically significant interactions have been reported with inhibitors of CYP3A4 (e.g. erythromycin, ritonavir) causing elevation of plasma levels of verapamil while inducers of CYP3A4 (e.g. rifampin) have caused a lowering of plasma levels of verapamil. Therefore, patients receiving inhibitors or inducers of the cytochrome P450 system should be monitored for drug interactions. Ivabradine Concurrent use of verapamil increases exposure to ivabradine and may exacerbate bradycardia and conduction disturbances. Avoid co-administration of verapamil and ivabradine. Digitalis Clinical use of verapamil in digitalized patients has shown the combination to be well tolerated if digoxin doses are properly adjusted. Chronic verapamil treatment can increase serum digoxin levels by 50 to 75% during the first week of therapy, and this can result in digoxin toxicity. In patients with hepatic cirrhosis, the influence of verapamil on digoxin kinetics is magnified. Verapamil may reduce total body clearance and extrarenal clearance of digitoxin by 27% and 29%, respectively. Maintenance digoxin doses should be reduced when verapamil is administered, and the patient should be carefully monitored to avoid over- or under-digitalization. Whenever overdigitalization is suspected, the daily dose of digoxin should be reduced or temporarily discontinued. Upon discontinuation of any verapamil-containing regime including trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, the patient should be reassessed to avoid underdigitalization. No clinically significant pharmacokinetic interaction has been found between trandolapril (or its metabolites) and digoxin. Lithium Verapamil Component Increased sensitivity to the effects of lithium (neurotoxicity) has been reported during concomitant verapamil-lithium therapy with either no change or an increase in serum lithium levels. Increased serum lithium levels and symptoms of lithium toxicity have been reported in patients receiving concomitant lithium and ACE inhibitor therapy. Trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets and lithium should be coadministered with caution, and frequent monitoring of serum lithium levels is recommended. If a diuretic is also used, the risk of lithium toxicity may be increased. Clarithromycin Hypotension, bradyarrhythmias, and lactic acidosis have been observed in patients receiving concurrent clarithromycin. Erythromycin Hypotension, bradyarrhythmias, and lactic acidosis have been observed in patients receiving concurrent erythromycin ethylsuccinate. Cimetidine The interaction between cimetidine and chronically administered verapamil has not been studied. Variable results on clearance have been obtained in acute studies of healthy volunteers; clearance of verapamil was either reduced or unchanged. No clinically significant pharmacokinetic interaction has been found between trandolapril (or its metabolites) and cimetidine. Antiarrhythmic Agents Verapamil Component Disopyramide Phosphate Data on possible interactions between verapamil and disopyramide phosphate are not available. Therefore, disopyramide should not be administered within 48 hours before or 24 hours after verapamil administration. Flecainide A study of healthy volunteers showed that the concomitant administration of flecainide and verapamil may have additive effects on myocardial contractility, AV conduction, and repolarization. Concomitant therapy with flecainide and verapamil may result in additive negative inotropic effect and prolongation of atrioventricular conduction. Quinidine In a small number of patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (IHSS), concomitant use of verapamil and quinidine resulted in significant hypotension. Until further data are obtained, combined therapy of verapamil and quinidine in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy should probably be avoided. The electrophysiological effects of quinidine and verapamil on AV conduction were studied in 8 patients. Verapamil significantly counteracted the effects of quinidine on AV conduction. There has been a report of increased quinidine levels during verapamil therapy. Antihypertensive Agents Concomitant use of trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets with other antihypertensive agents including diuretics, vasodilators, beta-adrenergic blockers, and alpha-antagonists may result in additive hypotensive effects. There are reports that verapamil may result in higher concentrations of the alpha-agonists prazosin and terazosin. Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS) Trandolapril Component Dual blockade of the RAS with angiotensin receptor blockers, ACE inhibitors, or aliskiren is associated with increased risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and changes in renal function (including acute renal failure) compared to monotherapy. Most patients receiving the combination of two RAS inhibitors do not obtain any additional benefit compared to monotherapy. In general, avoid combined use of RAS inhibitors. Closely monitor blood pressure, renal function and electrolytes in patients on trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets and other agents that affect the RAS. Do not co-administer aliskiren with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets in patients with diabetes. Avoid use of aliskiren with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets in patients with renal impairment (GFR <60 ml/min). Beta Blockers Verapamil Component Concomitant therapy with beta-adrenergic blockers and verapamil may result in additive negative effects on heart rate, atrioventricular conduction, and/or cardiac contractility. Drug interaction studies have indicated that the maximum concentrations of metoprolol and propanolol are increased after the administration of verapamil. The use of verapamil in combination with a beta-adrenergic blocker should be used only with caution, and close monitoring. Asymptomatic bradycardia (36 beats/min) with a wandering atrial pacemaker has been observed in a patient receiving concomitant timolol (a beta-adrenergic blocker) eyedrops and oral verapamil. Concomitant Diuretic Therapy Trandolapril Component As with other ACE inhibitors, patients on diuretics, especially those on recently instituted diuretic therapy, may occasionally experience an excessive reduction of blood pressure after initiation of therapy with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets. The possibility of exacerbation of hypotensive effects with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets may be minimized by either discontinuing the diuretic or cautiously increasing salt intake prior to initiation of treatment with trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets. If it is not possible to discontinue the diuretic, the starting dose of trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets should be reduced (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). No clinically significant pharmacokinetic interaction has been found between trandolapril (or its metabolites) and furosemide. Agents Increasing Serum Potassium Trandolapril Component Trandolapril can attenuate potassium loss caused by thiazide diuretics and increase serum potassium when used alone. Use of potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, triamterene, or amiloride), potassium supplements, or potassium-containing salt substitutes concomitantly with ACE inhibitors can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. If concomitant use of such agents is indicated, they should be used with caution and with appropriate monitoring of serum potassium (see PRECAUTIONS ). HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (“Statins”) Verapamil Component The use of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that are CYP3A4 substrates in combination with verapamil has been associated with reports of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis. Co-administration of multiple doses of 10 mg of verapamil with 80 mg simvastatin resulted in exposure to simvastatin 2.5-fold that following simvastatin alone. Limit the dose of simvastatin in patients on verapamil to 10 mg daily. Limit the daily dose of lovastatin to 40 mg. Lower starting and maintenance doses of other CYP3A4 substrates (e.g., atorvastatin) may be required as verapamil may increase the plasma concentration of these drugs. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents including Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 Inhibitors (COX-2 Inhibitors) Trandolapril Component In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or with compromised renal function, co-administration of NSAIDs, including selective COX-2 inhibitors, with ACE inhibitors, including trandolapril, may result in deterioration of renal function, including possible acute renal failure. These effects are usually reversible. Monitor renal function periodically in patients receiving trandolapril and NSAID therapy. The antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors, including trandolapril may be attenuated by NSAIDs. Neprilysin Inhibitor Trandolapril Component Patients taking concomitant neprilysin inhibitors (e.g., sacubitril) may be at increased risk for angioedema (see WARNINGS ). Flibanserin Verapamil component Use of a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor such as verapamil with flibanserin significantly increases flibanserin concentrations, which can lead to severe hypotension and syncope. Concomitant use is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). Discontinue trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets at least 2 weeks prior to starting flibanserin. Do not administer trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets within 2 days of discontinuing flibanserin. Other (Verapamil Component) Nitrates Verapamil has been given concomitantly with short- and long-acting nitrates without any undesirable drug interactions. The pharmacologic profile of both drugs and the clinical experience suggest beneficial interactions. Carbamazepine Verapamil may increase carbamazepine concentrations during combined therapy. This may produce carbamazepine side effects such as diplopia, headache, ataxia, or dizziness. Anti-Infective Agents Therapy with rifampin may markedly reduce oral verapamil bioavailability. There have been reports that erythromycin and telithromycin may increase concentrations of verapamil. Barbiturates Phenobarbital therapy may increase verapamil clearance. Immunosuppressive Agents Verapamil therapy may increase serum levels of cyclosporin, sirolimus and tacrolimus. Theophylline Verapamil therapy may inhibit the clearance and increase the plasma levels of theophylline. Tranquilizers/Anti-Depressants Due to metabolism via the CYP enzyme system, there have been reports that verapamil may increase the concentrations of buspirone, midazolam, almotriptan and imipramine. Colchicine Colchicine is a substrate for both CYP3A and the efflux transporter, P-gp. Verapamil is known to inhibit CYP3A and P-gp. When verapamil and colchicine are administered together, the potential inhibition of P-gp and/or CYP3A by verapamil may lead to increased exposure to colchicine (see PRECAUTIONS - Drug Interactions ). Dabigatran Verapamil, a P-gp inhibitor, increases exposure to dabigatran (a thrombin inhibitor) when administered concomitantly; however, no dose adjustment of dabigatran is required when administered with verapamil. Other Concentrations of verapamil may be increased by the concomitant administration of protease inhibitors such as ritonavir, and reduced by the concomitant administration of sulfinpyrazone, or St John’s Wort. Concentrations of doxorubicin may be increased by the administration of verapamil. There have been reports that verapamil may elevate the concentrations of the oral anti-diabetic glyburide. Inhalation Anesthetics Animal experiments have shown that inhalation anesthetics depress cardiovascular activity by decreasing the inward movement of calcium ions. When used concomitantly, inhalation anesthetics and calcium antagonists, such as verapamil, should be titrated carefully to avoid excessive cardiovascular depression. Neuromuscular Blocking Agents Clinical data and animal studies suggest that verapamil may potentiate the activity of neuromuscular blocking agents (curare-like and depolarizing). It may be necessary to decrease the dose of verapamil and/or the dose of the neuromuscular blocking agent when the drugs are used concomitantly. Gold Nitritoid reactions (symptoms include facial flushing, nausea, vomiting and hypotension) have been reported rarely in patients on therapy with injectable gold (sodium aurothiomalate) and concomitant ACE inhibitor therapy including trandolapril and verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets. Other (Trandolapril Component) No clinically significant pharmacokinetic interaction has been found between trandolapril (or its metabolites) and nifedipine. The anticoagulant effect of warfarin was not significantly changed by trandolapril. Mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTOR) Inhibitors Patients taking concomitant mTOR inhibitor (e.g., temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus) therapy may be at increased risk for angioedema (see WARNINGS - Angioedema ). Anti-Diabetic Agents The concomitant use of ACE inhibitors such as trandolapril with antidiabetic medications (insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents) may result in increased blood glucose lowering effects.
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