L-type Ca2+ channel blocker and adrenergic antagonist.
Shows various biological actions - increases FRZB expression and decreases Wnt/β-catenin signalling in osteoarthritis and shows cardioprotective, vasodilator, anti-arrhythmic, anti-oxidative stress actions.
Recently investigated as part of COVID-19 compound repurposing.
Solubility & Handling
Solubility overview
Soluble in water (50mM)
Storage instructions
Room temperature
Storage of solutions
Prepare and use solutions on the same day if possible. Store solutions at -20°C for up to one month if storage is required. Equilibrate to RT and ensure the solution is precipitate free before use.
Shipping Conditions
Stable for ambient temperature shipping. Follow storage instructions on receipt.
Important
This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use. Not for human or veterinary use.
Comparative study of the effect of verapamil and vitamin D on iron overload-induced oxidative stress and cardiac structural changes in adult male rats.
Robust anti-arrhythmic efficacy of verapamil and flunarizine against dofetilide-induced TdP arrhythmias is based upon a shared and a different mode of action.
Oros A et al (2010) Br J Pharmacol 161(1) : 162-75.