Normal extinction of species that occurs as a result of changes in local environmental conditions.
Verapamil Uses: An Overview. 1  High blood pressure (hypertension). 2  Chest pain (angina), including: 3  Vasospastic angina (Prinzmetal's angina or variant angina). 4  Unstable angina. 5  Chronic stable angina (exertional angina). 6  Certain irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias), including: 7  Chronic atrial flutter.
The immediate-release tablets are also used alone or with other medications to prevent and treat irregular heartbeats. Verapamil is in a class of medications called calcium-channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard.