Cardizem
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Cardizem
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride (HCl) is a calcium channel blocker medication primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain types of chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily. Diltiazem is available in various forms, including tablets, extended-release capsules, and injections.
Uses
- Hypertension: Diltiazem is commonly prescribed to lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems.
- Angina: It helps to alleviate chest pain by improving blood flow to the heart.
- Arrhythmia: Diltiazem is sometimes used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeats.
Benefits
- Cardiovascular Protection: By lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow, Diltiazem helps protect against serious cardiovascular events.
- Reduced Chest Pain: Regular use can decrease the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
- Controlled Heart Rate: Helps in managing heart rate in patients with certain types of arrhythmias.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Diltiazem may include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Swelling of the feet or ankles
Serious side effects (less common) can include:
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Severe bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Liver dysfunction
- Heart failure
Safety Advice
- Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before using Diltiazem if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Driving & Machinery: Diltiazem may cause dizziness or drowsiness; avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if affected.
- Alcohol: Limit alcohol intake while on this medication as it can enhance certain side effects like dizziness.
Drug Interactions
Diltiazem can interact with various medications, such as:
- Beta-blockers: May increase the risk of a severe drop in blood pressure or heart rate.
- Statins: Can increase the risk of muscle damage (myopathy).
- Digoxin: May increase the risk of digoxin toxicity.
- Antiarrhythmic drugs: May increase the risk of arrhythmia.
Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication to ensure it is safe with your current medications.
More Information
For further details, you can visit the MedlinePlus page on Diltiazem.
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.