DiltimeCR Capsule/TabletZydus Cadila Healthcare Ltd. Generic : Diltiazem | ![]() |
• Central Nervous System :
Headache, depression, hallucinations, sleeplessness, tremor, dizziness, fatigue and flushing.
• Gastrointestinal :
Nausea, increased thirst, vomiting, GI discomfort and gum swelling.
• Skin :
Rash, redness and photosensitivity.
• Liver :
Liver inflammation.
• Eye and ENT :
Eye irritation and ringing in the ear.
• Miscellaneous :
Dry mouth, ankle swelling, low blood pressure and shortness of breath.
PO- The recommended dose range is 30 – 60mg/day in divided doses.
It comes as a tablet and capsule, with or without food.
Contraindicated in patients with sick sinus syndrome (symptoms include dizziness, confusion, fainting and heart failure), third-degree AV block, low blood pressure, recent heart attack and hypertension.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of digestive problem, low blood pressure, heart, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.
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Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may cause sunburn.
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Monitor electrocardiogram (ECG), heart rate and blood pressure regularly while taking this medication.
Avoid excess dosage.
Store it at room temperature, and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.
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