Examples of calcium channel blockers

Calcium channel blockers are available in short-acting and long-acting forms. Short-acting medications work quickly, but their effects last only a few hours. Long-acting medications are slowly released to provide a longer lasting effect. Which one is best for you depends on your health and the condition being treated.

Examples of calcium channel blockers include:

• Amlodipine (Norvasc)
• Diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac, others)
• Felodipine
• Isradipine
• Nicardipine
• Nifedipine (Procardia)
• Nisoldipine (Sular)
• Verapamil (Calan SR, Verelan)

Sometimes, a doctor might prescribe a calcium channel blocker with other high blood pressure medications or with cholesterol-lowering drugs such as statins.