Cartia Xt
The formulation is indicated to mitigate hypertension and is intended to relieve chronic stable angina through controlled release technology.
Strengths: 180mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Adizem; Tildiem
- Therapeutic class
Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Benzothiazepine
- Minor side effects
dizziness; fatigue; headache
- Moderate side effects
peripheral oedema; bradycardia; constipation
- Dosage forms
Prolonged-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Napp Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, away from light.
- Drug interactions
grapefruit juice; beta-blockers; digoxin; amiodarone
- Age restrictions
Caution in elderly patients.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Avoid use while breastfeeding.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to diltiazem; severe bradycardia; second- or third-degree atrioventricular block; left ventricular failure with pulmonary congestion
Precautions and warnings
monitor heart rate regularly; use with caution in patients with hepatic or renal impairment
Serious side effects
heart block — requires immediate medical attention; arrhythmia — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
The formulation is indicated to mitigate hypertension and is intended to relieve chronic stable angina through controlled release technology.
Mechanism of action
Diltiazem inhibits the transmembrane influx of calcium ions into cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle. By reducing intracellular calcium, it promotes coronary and systemic vasodilation, decreases heart rate, and lowers blood pressure effectively.
Cartia Xt
The formulation is indicated to mitigate hypertension and is intended to relieve chronic stable angina through controlled release technology.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Diltiazem
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris
Available option
- 60 tablets - 180 mg636-180-mg-2409