Warnings and Precautions With Trandolapril-Verapamil ER

There are numerous warnings and precautions with trandolapril-verapamil ER, including potential drug interactions, the risk of allergic reactions or dangerously high potassium levels in some people taking the drug, and people who should not take it at all (such as those with very low blood pressure). Before taking trandolapril-verapamil ER, you should let your healthcare provider know about any drugs you are currently taking and certain medical conditions you may have (such as diabetes or heart disease). Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about any trandolapril-verapamil ER precautions and warnings that may apply to you.

Trandolapril-Verapamil Hydrochloride ER

Trandolapril-Verapamil ER: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking

trandolapril-verapamil hydrochloride ER (Tarka^®) if you have:

Heart disease, including congestive heart failure, aortic stenosis, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or any problems with the heart's electrical system (such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or heart block)
Liver disease, including cirrhosis
Kidney disease or failure
Diabetes
Scleroderma
Duchenne's muscular dystrophy (the most common form of muscular dystrophy)
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE)
A personal or family history of angioedema, which is swelling under the skin
Any allergies, including allergies to Tarka, Mavik^®, trandolapril, verapamil, ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also let your healthcare provider know if you are:

Pregnant or trying to become pregnant
Breastfeeding
On dialysis
About to undergo surgery or have anesthesia.

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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