In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by verapamil (the active ingredient contained in Calan). In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.
You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking verapamil:
Less common
Blue lips and fingernails
blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
chest pain
confusion
coughing that sometimes produces a pink frothy sputum
difficult, fast, noisy breathing, sometimes with wheezing
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
increased sweating
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
pale skin
shortness of breath
slow or irregular heartbeat
sore throat
sweating
swelling in legs and ankles
unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
Chills
cold sweats
feeling of warmth
redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest
Some of the side effects that can occur with verapamil may not need medical attention. As your body adjusts to the medicine during treatment these side effects may go away. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways to reduce or prevent some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome or if you have any questions about them, check with your health care professional:
More common
Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)