To print: Select File and then Print from your browser's menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Title: Verelan PM Launched In The U.S. For Essential Hypertension URL: http://www.pslgroup.com/dg/EEC9E.htm Doctor's Guide March 22, 1999
MEQUON, WI and DUBLIN, IRELAND -- March 22, 1999 -- Schwarz Pharma and Elan Corporation, plc's Verelan PM (verapamil HCL), a controlled-onset extended-release formulation for the management of essential hypertension, is now available in the U.S. Verelan PM provides 24-hour blood pressure control. Through a controlled onset of drug delivery, drug peaks in the early morning hours when there is a natural rise in blood pressure. Clinical studies of the body's normal circadian rhythm or natural 24-hour clock show that blood pressure increases in the early morning in all individuals as they awaken and begin daily activities. Verelan PM is well tolerated with a low incidence of side effects commonly associated with verapamil. One of the most frequently reported side effects was constipation, reported by 8.8 percent of patients at all dosage levels (3.9 percent in those taking the usual dose of 200 mg). Constipation is typically mild and easily managed. Other commonly reported side effects include headache, peripheral edema and dizziness. Related Links: Verelan, Schwarz Pharma., Elan Corporation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copyright © 1999 P\S\L Consulting Group Inc. All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of P\S\L content is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of P\S\L. P\S\L shall not be liable for any errors, omissions or delays in this content or any other content on its sites, newsletters or other publications, nor for any decisions or actions taken in reliance on such content. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This news story was printed from *Doctor's Guide to the Internet* located at http://www.docguide.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Return to News Story Page This site is maintained by webmaster@pslgroup.com Please contact us with any comments, problems or bugs. All contents Copyright (c) 1998 P\S\L Consulting Group Inc. All rights reserved.