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Diltiazem capsule sustained action - oral

(dill-tie-uh-zem)

common brand names: Tiazac

Taztia Xt Usage: this medication is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction. By blocking calcium, diltiazem relaxes & widens blood vessels. Diltiazem is used to treat HBP or chest pain (angina).

How to use Taztia Xt: the capsules may be taken with out regard to meals once daily in the morning. Swallow whole. do not crush or chew capsule. However, if you have difficulty swallowing, open capsule, sprinkle the entire contents on spoonful of cool applesauce, and take at one time. do not chew the mixture. Follow this with cool glass of water. do not stop taking this drug without you're doctor's permission. youre dose may need to be gradually reduced.

Taztia Xt side effects: it med may cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during the first several days. Avoid activities requiring alertness. When you sit or lie down for while, get up slowly to allow your body to adjust and minimize dizziness. You may also experience bloating, heartburn, muscle cramps, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, sore throat, constipation or diarrhea. Inform youre healthcare professional if they become bothersome. Notify youre doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, swelling of hands or feet, an irregular heartbeat. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or doctor.

Taztia Xt Precautions: Before taking this medication, tell you're pharmacist if you have: heart problems, liver problems, lung diseases, allergies. Limit intake of alcohol while taking this med. this medication must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. this medication is excreted into breast milk. If there is no alternative to using this tablet you should discontinue breast-feeding. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Taztia Xt drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of every prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: cyclosporine, flecainide, intravenous (IV) calcium, beta-blockers (including eye drops), digoxin, lithium, disopyramide, HBP medication, benzodiazepines (e.g., midazolam, triazolam), buspirone, lovastatin, quinidine, rifampin, carbamazepine, cimetidine, St John's wort. Avoid any drugs that increase your heart-rate (the decongestants phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine and phenylpropanolamine are examples). These drugs are commonly found in over-the-counter cough-and-cold products. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Taztia Xt Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include dizziness, weakness, slowed or irregular heartbeat, nausea, drowsiness, confusion, & slurred speech.

Taztia Xt special notes: do not share this product with others.

If you missed Taztia Xt dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; don't take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Taztia Xt Storage: Store in room temperature away from sunlight & moisture.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Diltiazem Capsule Sustained Action