🔹 Product Overview
DILZEM SR 90 mg Tablet is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chronic stable angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias). It contains Diltiazem Hydrochloride 90 mg, a calcium channel blocker (CCB) that helps relax blood vessels, improve blood flow, and reduce the workload on the heart. The sustained-release (SR) formulation provides a controlled release of the medication for prolonged therapeutic effect.
🔹 Key Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
Prevention and management of chronic stable angina (chest pain)
Management of certain cardiac arrhythmias as prescribed
Helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications associated with uncontrolled blood pressure
Improves heart function by reducing the heart's workload
🔹 Composition
Active Ingredient:
Diltiazem Hydrochloride 90 mg
Drug Class:
Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)
Dosage Form:
Sustained-Release (SR) Oral Tablet
🔹 How It Works
Diltiazem works by blocking the movement of calcium into the heart and blood vessel muscle cells. This relaxes and widens blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, improves blood flow to the heart, and decreases the heart's oxygen demand. It also helps regulate abnormal heart rhythms in certain patients.
🔹 Key Benefits
Effectively lowers high blood pressure
Helps prevent episodes of angina
Supports healthy heart function
Improves blood circulation
Sustained-release formulation provides longer-lasting control
May reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke associated with uncontrolled hypertension
Manufactured under stringent pharmaceutical quality standards
🔹 Dosage and Administration
Take exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split the sustained-release tablet.
Can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Continue taking the medicine even if you feel well unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice.
🔹 Possible Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
Headache
Dizziness
Flushing
Nausea
Constipation
Fatigue
Slow heartbeat
Swelling of the ankles or feet
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe chest pain, fainting, difficulty breathing, or signs of a severe allergic reaction.
🔹 Precautions
Use only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, or conduction disorders.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be required.
Avoid excessive alcohol consumption, as it may increase dizziness.
Inform your healthcare provider about all medicines you are taking to prevent potential drug interactions.
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless clearly advised by your physician.
Important: Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions when using this medication.
Note: This is general guidance. For specific instructions, please consult your healthcare provider or refer to the package insert.
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