Diltiazem Tablets

designed to target elevated blood pressure.

Strengths: 30 · 60 · 90 · 120mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Adizem; Tildiem

Therapeutic class

Calcium channel blocker

Pharmacological class

Calcium channel blocker

Contraindications

second or third-degree heart block; severe bradycardia

Precautions and warnings

may cause dizziness

Minor side effects

flushing; headache; oedema

Moderate side effects

constipation; fatigue

Serious side effects

heart block — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Modified-release tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

designed to target elevated blood pressure.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Sanofi

Onset Time

30–60 minutes

Duration

12–24 hours

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place.

Drug interactions

beta-blockers; alcohol

Age restrictions

Not for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Mechanism of action

Diltiazem reduces blood pressure and cardiac workload by inhibiting calcium channel entry into cardiac and smooth muscle cells.

Diltiazem Tablets

designed to target elevated blood pressure.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Diltiazem
  • Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris

Usually available as

  • 180 tablets - 30 mg389-30-mg-2727
  • 120 tablets - 60 mg389-60-mg-2732
  • 90 tablets - 90 mg389-90-mg-2742