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Calcium Channel Blockers: How Metabolic Interactions Affect Drug Clearance and Safety

Calcium channel blockers are widely used for high blood pressure and heart conditions, but their metabolism through CYP3A4 makes them prone to dangerous drug interactions. Learn how amlodipine, verapamil, and diltiazem differ in safety, how grapefruit juice and other drugs can cause toxicity, and what steps to take to avoid life-threatening side effects.

Edward Jepson-Randall, Dec, 19 2025