General Information on Cardizem
Cardizem is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and specific types of chest pain (angina) and heart rhythm disorders. Diltiazem hydrochloride, the main active ingredient in Cardizem, belongs to a group of medicines known as calcium channel blockers.
Diltiazem is a strong vasodilator. It works to relax muscle cells in large arteries, veins and smaller arterioles. This results in the widening of blood vessels, which allows the blood to flow more easily.
Cardizem is available in the form of a tablet. It is available in four different strengths: 30 mg, 60 mg, 90 mg, and 120 mg.
Cardizem is part of a treatment plan which may also include other medications, exercise, and diet to control high blood pressure. Follow the recommended diet and exercise regimen to get maximum benefits from the treatment.
Side effects of Cardizem
You should not use Cardizem if you have allergies or are hypersensitive to any ingredient in the drug. People with medical problems such as kidney disease, liver disease and congestive heart failure should avoid taking Cardizem as it may aggravate their medical problem, leading to health complications.
Some people may experience mild side effects such as headache, weakness, stomach upset, dizziness, nausea, tiredness, stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, or flushing (tingly feeling, warmth or redness) after taking a Cardizem tablet. If the side effects become continue for a long time or turn severe, contact your doctor immediately.
Cardizem may also cause severe side effects in some people. Trouble breathing, red blistering skin rash, swelling of the hands/feet, slow heartbeat, dizziness, clay colored stools, or dark urine are some of the severe side effects associated with the drug.
You may also experience pain in the upper stomach, itching, or yellowing of the skin/eyes after using Cardizem. Stop the medication and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any severe side effects after taking the medication.
In some cases, Cardizem causes severe skin reactions such as red/purple skin rash that spreads to the upper body or face, skin pain, swelling of the tongue or face, or peeling and blistering skin. Report these side effects to your doctor immediately if they surface.
If you are taking other drugs, you may also experience side effects due to Cardizem interacting with them. Tell your doctor about the different drugs you are taking, which includes prescription medications, over the counter drugs, or herbal supplements before you buy Cardizem.
Dosage of Cardizem
Your doctor will give you specific instructions regarding the dosage. The Cardizem dosage depends on several factors such as the medical condition being treated, other medical problems a patient has, and other drugs he/she is using.
The recommend dose to treat chest pain is 30mg 4 times a day. The medication is generally taken before meals and at bedtime or as recommended by your doctor. Take the Cardizem tablet at the same time every day to maintain even levels of the drug in your body.
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