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Diltiazem - injection

(dill-tie-uh-zem)

common brand names: Cardizem

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Cardizem Usage: Diltiazem is calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction & in controlling electrical impulses within the heart. By blocking calcium, diltiazem relaxes and widens blood vessels & can normalize heart rates. Diltiazem injection is used to treat irregular heartbeats.

Cardizem can be used also since: it drug may also be used for chest pain (angina) or high blood pressure.

How to use Cardizem: it medication is given by vein (slow IV injection or continuous infusion) as directed by physician. patient's blood pressure & heart rhythm (ECG) should be monitored during the administration period. it is generally administered for up to 24 hours or as directed, then therapy is changed to an oral heart drug (antiarrhythmic). dosage is based on the patient's medical condition & response to the drug. Learn all mixing, dilution and administration/usage instructions in the product package & ask the healthcare professional or physician if you are unclear of any of information. the liquid should be checked for particles or discoloration. If present, discard liquid. Make sure needles and medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.

Cardizem side effects: Itching or burning at injection site, drowsiness, flushing, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, mental/mood changes, trouble sleeping and headache may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify the physician promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: swelling, black stool, ringing in ears, tremor, slow/irregular heartbeat, rash. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or healthcare professional.

Cardizem Precautions: Tell the doctor the patient's medical history, including: any allergies, heart disease, very low blood pressure, liver problems, kidney disorders. Avoid alcohol intake, as it may intensify drug side effects. few diltiazem products contain benzyl alcohol & should not be administered to newborn infants. If you have questions of which products contain benzyl alcohol contact pharmacist. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly, as they may be more sensitive to drug effects (e.g., low blood pressure). this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with you're doctor. it medication is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding isnt recommended while you receiving this drug.

Cardizem tablet interactions: Tell your doctor about every prescription and nonprescription med you may use, especially of: digoxin and other heart (antiarrhythmic), blood pressure tablets such as beta- blockers (e.g., propranolol, timolol ), other calcium channel blockers (e.g., nifedipine, verapamil), intravenous (IV) calcium, nitrates (e.g., sublingual nitroglycerin), disopyramide, flecainide, quinidine, cimetidine, cyclosporine, carbamazepine, theophylline, lithium, benzodiazepines (e.g., midazolam, triazolam), buspirone, lovastatin, rifampin, St John's wort. don't start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Cardizem Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, weakness, slowed or irregular heartbeat, nausea, drowsiness, confusion, and slurred speech.

Cardizem special notes: do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor your progress (e.g., blood pressure and EKG).

If you missed Cardizem dose: If your dose is interrupted, contact the pharmacist or physician immediately to re-establish dosing.

Cardizem Storage: Store the vials in refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C) away from light & moisture. don't freeze. vials may be stored at room temperature since 1 month. single dose syringes (Lyo-ject) must be stored at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C). once the powder has been mixed with the solution, the syringe can be stored in room temperature for 24 hours. Discard any unused solution after 24 hours. If med is added to a larger volume of solution, it can be stored at room temperature or under refrigeration (36-46 degrees F or 2-8 degrees C) & should be used within 24 hours.

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

Active Ingredients : Diltiazem

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