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Meaning of CALAN

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a drug (trade names Calan and Isoptin) used as an oral or parenteral calcium blocker in cases of hypertension or congestive heart failure or angina or migraine
 

CALAN is a 5 letter word that starts with C.

 

 Synonyms: Isoptin, verapamil
 
 See Also: calcium blocker, calcium-channel blocker

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: This drug is a calcium ion influx inhibitor (calcium channel blocker) which is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain) and irregularities in the heartbeat.
 

 

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