Diltiazone CD 90 (Diltiazem Hydrochloride Extended Release Capsules USP) belongs to the calcium channel blocker class of medications. By controlling the movement of calcium into the muscle cells of the heart and blood vessels, it provides critical support for managing heavy cardiovascular workloads.
It is clinically indicated for:
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Hypertension Management: Lowers systemic blood pressure, reducing long-term strain on arteries.
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Chronic Stable Angina: Prevents and decreases the frequency of exertional chest pain by improving oxygen delivery to the heart muscle.
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Heart Rate Regulation: Helps in stabilizing certain fast heart rhythms due to its mild negative chronotropic effects.
How Extended Release (CD) Works: The ‘CD’ (Controlled Delivery) mechanism ensures that the drug releases gradually into your system rather than all at once. This minimizes the risk of sudden drops in blood pressure and allows for reliable, 24-hour symptom management with a reduced frequency of daily doses.
Key Benefits
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Sustained Control: Provides smooth, steady blood pressure reduction all day and night.
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Dual Action: Manages both high blood pressure and chronic chest discomfort effectively.
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Reduced Vascular Strain: Widens coronary and peripheral blood vessels, allowing the heart to pump with less effort.
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Trusted Quality: Premium manufacturing by Steris Healthcare ensuring exact bio-availability.
Directions for Use
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Take strictly as prescribed by your Cardiologist or Physician.
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Standard Dosing: Typically taken once daily at the same time every day.
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How to Swallow: Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the capsule, as doing so will destroy the extended-release matrix and release the drug too quickly.
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Can be taken on an empty stomach or with food as recommended by your physician.
Safety & Precautions
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Rx Only: A valid medical prescription from a registered doctor is mandatory.
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Dizziness: May cause lightheadedness or fatigue when starting therapy. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
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Heart Blocks/Bradycardia: Inform your doctor immediately if you have a history of a very slow heart rate or severe heart block.
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Swelling: Monitor for any unusual swelling in the ankles or feet (pedal edema) and inform your physician.
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Sudden Discontinuation: Never stop taking this medication abruptly, as it can lead to a severe worsening of chest pain or a rapid spike in blood pressure.
Storage
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Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C.
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Protect from excessive heat, light, and moisture.
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Keep out of reach of children.
