Diltiazem is an antianginal and antihypertensive medicine that belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels to allow easy flow of blood and reduced heart rate. Hypertension is a common disease in which the blood pressure in arteries is so high that your heart has to work more than normal. Continuous high blood pressure will eventually cause serious health problems like heart attack, stroke, or kidney failure. Diltiazem along with treating mild to moderate hypertension also treats and prevents angina (chest pain).
Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
Ask your doctor for consumption with or without food.
Take it at the same time to help you remember.
Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.
Only a healthcare professional can administer the IV solution.
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.
Primary Uses
Hypertension and Angina
Indications
This medicine is used in the management of angina (chest pain in the area of the heart), and hypertension ( high blood pressure).
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.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Diltiazem is not recommended for pregnant females. Consult your doctor for more information.
Lactation
Diltiazem is not recommended for nursing females. Consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
Diltiazem might cause dizziness or tiredness. Avoid driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Liver
Use this medicine with caution if you have liver disease. Consult your doctor for more information.
Kidney
Use this medicine with caution if you have kidney disease. Consult your doctor for more information.
Alcohol
Avoid alcohol consumption when using this medicine. Consult your doctor for more information.
Precautions
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history; especially of heart, liver, or kidney diseases, depression, and gut problems.
Inform your doctor about all your current medicines.
Inform your doctor if you’re about to get operated.
Do not quit this medicine without informing your doctor.
Do not share this medicine with anyone.
Contraindications
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.
FAQS
What are the indications?
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.
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.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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