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The effect of Verapamil on ionized calcium transport in the parotid gland and duct system was investigated in eight male volunteers. Transepithelial Ca++-transport was inhibited, as shown by markedly enhanced excretion of calcium in parotid saliva.
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Maier, H., Antonczyk, G., Schindler, J.G. et al. Effect of Verapamil on ionized calcium excretion in human parotid saliva. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 16, 7–9 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00644959
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