Calcium Channel Blockers
May 22nd, 2009
Calcium Channel Blockers are used to treat hypertension and heart rhythm disturbances.
Calcium channel blockers inhibit the voltage-gated calcium channels (VGCCs) of cardiac and vascular smooth muscle. This reduces cardiac contractility and vascular smooth muscle tone. These two actions result in a decreased blood pressure.
| Medication Name | Generic Available | Discount Programs |
| Amlodipine (Norvasc, Lotrel**, Caduet**) |
Yes | |
| Diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac) |
Yes | Walmart | Target | Kroger | KMart |
| Isradipine (Dynacirc) | Yes | |
| Nicardipine (Cardene) | Yes | KMart |
| Nifedipine (Adalat) | Yes | |
| Nisoldipine (Sular) | Yes | |
| Verapamil (Isoptin, Tarka*, Covera-HS, Verelan PM) |
Yes | Walmart | Target | Kroger | KMart |
*Also contains Trandolapril
**Also contains Benazepril
***Also includes Atorvastatin
