Diltiazem, sold as Cardizem, is an antianginal and vasodilator drug.
Indications
High blood pressure, angina pectoris.
Contraindications
Pregnancy, lactation, severe hypotension, sinus node disease, acute myocardial infarction, pulmonary congestion, atrioventricular block of 2nd and 3rd grades without pacemaker.
Adverse effects
Bradycardia, atrioventricular block, dizziness, tremor, headache, weakness, dryness in the mouth, nausea, heart failure, palpitations, sleep disorders, nervousness, somnolence, urticaria, photosensitivity reactions, alopecia petechiae, ecchymosis, sexual dysfunction.
How to use
Hypertension: 60 to 120mg 3 times a day before meals.
Angina: 30mg 4 times daily, before meals.
