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Diltiazem 60mg MR Tablets
SKU GME974Product Introduction
Diltiazem 60mg MR Tablets are a calcium-channel blocker used for high blood pressure, angina and selected heart-rate disorders. The modified-release tablet belongs to an ongoing cardiovascular treatment plan, rather than serving as immediate treatment for a sudden chest-pain attack.
How to use
Swallow the modified-release tablet whole with water, without crushing or chewing. It can be taken with or without food. Keep doses at consistent times and retain the selected release formulation; the MR tablet schedule is not automatically the same as an extended-release capsule schedule.
How it works
Diltiazem limits calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac cells. It relaxes arteries, reduces the heart's workload and slows conduction through the atrioventricular node.
Side effects
Ankle swelling, headache, flushing, constipation, nausea and dizziness can occur. Fainting, a very slow heartbeat, worsening breathlessness, jaundice or a severe skin reaction needs prompt assessment.
Important information
Tell your doctor about heart block, sick-sinus syndrome, low blood pressure, heart failure or liver disease. Beta-blockers, digoxin and some antiarrhythmics can further slow the heart. Diltiazem also interacts with several statins and other CYP3A4 substrates. Blood pressure and pulse help assess response and tolerability.
Uses
- Hypertension
- prevention of angina
- selected arrhythmias requiring rate control.
Benefits
Lowering blood pressure reduces cardiovascular strain, while angina control can improve exercise tolerance and reduce recurring chest discomfort. When used for rate control, a slower ventricular rate may improve symptoms such as palpitations.
Can Diltiazem 60mg stop an angina attack immediately?
No. It is used to prevent attacks. Sudden chest pain needs the separately prescribed rescue treatment; prolonged or unusual chest pain requires emergency assessment.
Can I switch between MR tablets and ER capsules at the same milligram dose?
Not on milligrams alone. Different release systems may require different dosing intervals and can produce different blood levels.
Is diltiazem a blood thinner?
No. It acts on blood vessels and cardiac electrical conduction. It does not replace an anticoagulant when one is required for a heart-rhythm condition.
Why might ankle swelling occur even when blood pressure improves?
Calcium-channel blockers can alter pressure in small blood vessels and cause peripheral oedema. Persistent swelling should be assessed, especially if accompanied by breathlessness or rapid weight gain.
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