This medication is used for lowering blood pressure in hypertensive (increased blood pressure) patients. Lowering of blood pressure lessens the probability of heart attacks and kidney dysfunctions. It is also used for the treatment of angina.
diltiazem
This medicine is used in the management of angina (chest pain in the area of the heart), and hypertension ( high blood pressure).
Contradications
Patients who have sick sinus syndrome (disorder of pacemaker in heart), 2nd or 3rd degree AV block (heart disorder), uncontrolled cardiac failure (heart isn’t able to pump adequate blood in body), left ventricular failure following myocardial infarction (heart disorder), and marked bradycardia (slow heart rhythm) , should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Side effects
Some patients might experiecne bardycardia, 1st degree AV block, ankle edema, nausea, headache, rash, flushing, hypotension, gi upset, fatigue, gingival hyperplasia, changes in liver function.
Expert Advice
- Do not stop Diltiazem suddenly, it might worsen the condition.
- Avoid consuming grapefruit and its juice when using this medicine.
- Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Drink an adequate amount of water.
- Do not use more than the recommended amount.
- Do not skip or alter the dose.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects.
FAQs
What are the indications?
How to store this medicine?
Please store the tablet form of this medicine at room temperature (24-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light and moisture. Please keep it away from children.
What are the precautions?
This medicine may make you dizzy so it is advised not to do any tasks that require alertness (e.g. driving) immediately after taking this medicine
What are the effects on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine must only be used during pregnancy if there is no other safer alternate option available. This medicine passes into breast milk and may cause harm to the infant. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
What are the side effects?
• Changes in heart function • Changes in liver function • Hepatitis • Mood changes
How to administer this medicine?
This medicine is mostly taken orally (through mouth). The dosage is dependent on the patient’s age, condition and its severity. Please consult your doctor before use.
What are the contraindications?
Patients with severe heart disease.
What are the contraindications?
Patients with severe heart disease.
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