Question 1

What is Diltiazem used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure, chest pain (angina), certain types of fast or irregular heartbeat

Question 2

How do you take Diltiazem?

Accepted Answer

For regular tablets, the usual starting dose is 60mg taken 3 times a day, but your doctor may increase it based on how you respond. For extended-release tablets like Dilcontin XL 90, take one tablet once daily — swallow it whole, do not crush or chew it. It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time every day.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Diltiazem?

Accepted Answer

Headache, dizziness or feeling lightheaded, swelling of ankles or feet, feeling tired or weak, nausea or stomach upset

Question 4

Who should not take Diltiazem?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to diltiazem, those with very low blood pressure, people with very slow heart rate or certain heart rhythm problems (like sick sinus syndrome) without a pacemaker, people with severe heart failure, and anyone who recently had a heart attack with fluid in the lungs.

Question 5

Is Diltiazem safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Diltiazem is not safe during pregnancy as it can harm your unborn baby, and it passes into breast milk — do not use it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding without first consulting your doctor.

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