Verapamil Topical Cream
Calcium-Channel Blocking Cream
At a Glance
- Painless, non-invasive off-label treatment option of Peyronie’s Disease
- Topical cream effectiveness increases over time
- Rx Only
The Details
Verapamil topical creams are a prescription medication that is applied directly to the skin at least twice a day. This cream is formulated to maximize absorption into the malformation of penile tissue as opposed to being absorbed into the bloodstream.
What to know about Verapamil Topical Cream
How it Works
Verapamil topical creams may be prescribed for daily use between doses of Verapamil injection, in conjunction with oral medication, or by itself.
Who is it for?
Verapamil topical creams are used to treat Peyronie’s Disease (a growth of fibrous plaques in the penis). These creams are often prescribed in combination with at least one other treatment type.
Effectiveness
In one randomized study, 94.4% of patients with Peyronie’s Disease experienced improvement in their penile curvature within 9 months.1
1. NIH National Library of Medicine, Topical verapamil HCl, topical trifluoperazine, and topical magnesium sulfate for the treatment of Peyronie’s disease–a placebo-controlled pilot study
Verapamil topical cream Side Effects
- Skin irritation
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Fainting
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Skin rash or itching
Good to know
May be prescribed with either injections or tablets for added effectiveness
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menMD provides multiple options for the treatment of Peyronie’s Disease.
Verapamil Injections
Verapamil injection therapy is often the first-line therapy to help stabilize the penile scarring that characterizes Peyronie's Disease.
Pentoxifylline Tablets
Pentoxifylline tablets are taken orally based on a physician's prescription daily or multiple times per day.
Vacuum Erection Devices
The VED is a plastic tube that fits over the penis and is pressed against the base of the penis and pubis. It uses suction to pull blood into the penis to create an erection.
