Verapamil
Also known as Iproveratril, Dilacoran, Verapamilo
Key facts
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- Appearance
- Viscous, pale yellow oil
- Boiling point
- 245 °C
- Solubility
- Solubility (mg/mL): water 83, ethanol (200 proof) 26, propylene glycol 93, ethanol (190…
- HS code
- 292690
- Category
- Cardiovascular and metabolic drugs

What is Verapamil?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-{[2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl](methyl)amino}-2-(propan-2-yl)pentanenitrile is a tertiary amino compound that is 3,4-dimethoxyphenylethylamine in which the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen are replaced by a methyl group and a 4-cyano-4-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-methylhexyl group. It is a nitrile, an aromatic ether, a polyether and a tertiary amino compound.
Identifiers
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- IUPAC name
- 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-[2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl-methylamino]-2-propan-2-ylpentanenitrile
- CAS number
- 52-53-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 36622-29-4, 56949-77-0
- EC numbers
- 200-145-1, 253-133-3, 260-462-6
- Molecular formula
- C27H38N2O4
- UNII
- CJ0O37KU29
- MDL number
- MFCD00056240
- InChIKey
- SGTNSNPWRIOYBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C27H38N2O4/c1-20(2)27(19-28,22-10-12-24(31-5)26(18-22)33-7)14-8-15-29(3)16-13-21-9-11-23(30-4)25(17-21)32-6/h9-12,17-18,20H,8,13-16H2,1-7H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CC(C)C(CCCN(C)CCC1=CC(=C(C=C1)OC)OC)(C#N)C2=CC(=C(C=C2)OC)OC
Synonyms
- Iproveratril
- Dilacoran
- Verapamilo
- Cardibeltin
- Verapamilum
- Isoptine
- Securon
- Cardiagutt
- Dignover
- Veramex
- Verpamil
- Quasar
- dl-Verapamil
- Novo-Veramil
- r,s-verapamil
- Apo-Verap
- Nu-Verap
- 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-{[2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl](methyl)amino}-2-(propan-2-yl)pentanenitrile
- Manidon
- 5-((3,4-Dimethoxyphenethyl)methylamino)-2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-2-isopropylvaleronitrile
- Verapamil slow release
- Cardiabeltin
- Cardioprotect
- Durasoptin
- Hexasoptin
Show all 39 synonymsShow fewer synonyms
- Veroptinstada
- Calaptin
- Caveril
- Civicor
- Coraver
- Corpamil
- Harteze
- Hormitol
- Ikapress
- Inselon
- Isoptino
- Jenapamil
- Lodixal
- Magotiron
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Viscous, pale yellow oilexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Boiling point | 245 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Solubility (mg/mL): water 83, ethanol (200 proof) 26, propylene glycol 93, ethanol (190 proof) >100, methanol >100, 2-propanol 4.6, ethyl acetate 1.0, DMF >100, methylene chloride >100, hexane 0.001, Freely soluble in chloroform…exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 454.61 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 454.2832 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 5.09calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 63.95 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 6calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 13calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 33calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 2calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 2calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.52calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 1calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (1 violation)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H301Toxic if swallowed.
- H311Toxic in contact with skin.
- H331Toxic if inhaled.
Precautionary statements (16)
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P262Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P361 + P364Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Where suppliers are based
68 suppliers in 12 countries
- United States30
- China19
- Germany3
- United Kingdom3
- Spain2
- Hong Kong2
- and 6 more countries
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Anti-Arrhythmia Agents, Calcium Channel Blockers, Vasodilator Agents.
Use classes: Pharmaceuticals, Cardiovascular system.
Industries and functions
Pharmacological actions
- Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
- Calcium Channel Blockers
- Vasodilator Agents
Pharmacology
Verapamil is a Calcium Channel Blocker. The mechanism of action of verapamil is as a Calcium Channel Antagonist, and Cytochrome P450 3A4 Inhibitor, and Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitor, and P-Glycoprotein Inhibitor.
How it is made
Preparation: Belgium patent 615861, Dengel, United States of America patent 3261859 (1962, 1966 both to Knoll).
Veratryl chloride + isopropyl bromide + homoveratrylamine + 1-bromo-3-chloroporpane (dehydrobromination/methylation/amine formation/dehydrochlorination)
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Health and food
- Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Verapamil is traded under.
Nitrile-function compounds, other
- United States13.6%
- China12.4%
- Brazil11.9%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Verapamil is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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