Question
Verapamil is a selective calcium channel blocker that can inhibit calcium ions from entering cells, treating infants’ supraventricular tachycardia. Can this condition be cured?
Answer
Verapamil medication is effective in treating infants’ supraventricular tachycardia, but it cannot cure the condition. Its action is to raise blood pressure and excite the vagus nerve, making it particularly effective for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia with low blood pressure. However, the drug may cause a drop in blood pressure and worsen atrioventricular conduction block.