Diltiazem Capsule: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Diltiazem Capsule
| Generic name | Diltiazem Hydrochloride |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker |
| Forms | Extended-release oral capsules, Extended-release oral tablets, Oral tablets (immediate-release), Controlled-delivery capsules, Intravenous injection, Topical cream/ointment (for anal fissures, off-label) |
Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker medicine used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels and reducing how hard the heart has to work.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.