TRANDOLAPRIL - VERAPAMIL ER - ORAL (Tarka) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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GENERIC NAME: TRANDOLAPRIL - VERAPAMIL ER - ORAL (tran-DOLE-uh-prill w/ver-APP-uh-mill)

BRAND NAME(S): Tarka

WARNING: This drug can cause serious fetal harm if used during the last six months of pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs, stop using this drug and immediately contact your physician.

USES: This product contains two drugs and is used to treat high blood pressure.

HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth, generally once daily, with food. Your dosage will be adjusted based on your response and any drug side effects. Take it exactly as prescribed and try to take it at the same time each day. Do not stop taking this medication suddenly without consulting your doctor. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using salt substitutes or potassium supplements.

SIDE EFFECTS: Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, weakness or dry cough may occur during the first several days as your body adjusts to this medication. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: fast/slow/irregular pulse, chest pain, swelling of hands or feet, muscle cramps or weakness. Very unlikely but report promptly: fever or persistent sore throat, change in amount of urine, fainting, mental/mood changes. This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver problems. If you notice any of the following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention: yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent fatigue, persistent nausea. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling (especially of the face, lips, tongue, or throat), or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.