Chest Pain (Angina) Forums (Page 12)

Been taking (NEW) Diltiazem 180 mg 24 hr time release caps as well as tapering atenolol (was 100mg daily) had horrible symptoms so back on 25mg of atenolol with the diltiazem... can they be taken at the same time or should they be spaced a bit? For svt and BP control. ## Hello, Hyperdi! How are you? If your doctor has advised you to stop the Atenolol, then you should follow their instructions for stopping it. Taking both of them could cause your heart rate and blood pressure to go too low. What type of symptoms did you experience? You were likely experiencing some minor withdrawal effects, as well as new side effects from the Diltiazem. Typical side effects to is, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, dry cough and increased urination. ## ...

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could it cause aching hips and legs ## Hello, Bertygerm! How are you? This is listed as containing the active ingredient Nifedipine, which the FDA classifies as a calcium channel blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. And yes, it can cause that as a side effect, in some people that take it, along with nausea, dizziness, headache and weight gain. However, side effects will typically improve in about 4 to 6 weeks, once your body gets used to the medication. If they don't, or if they worsen, you should consult your doctor as you may need to switch to a different medication. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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I was diagnosed with a not serious hernia, I became very ill before diagnosed, laringitus, bronghitus ext ext, this went on for 7 months meanwhile I started getting chest pains so bad I had to go to hospital, I was diagnosed with hernia, not serious.but nothing took away whe chest pain, the dr said that hernia cannot cause that much chest pain, so they did lots and lots of test. My heart, blood presure everyhing is normal. I did the camera test, no cancer, then I did the 24hour ph monitor test, the dr told me I have no ulcers but my asophagus is prosucing acid????? I asked my dr and he said it is impossable. Can it be? And if so is there any medicine that can help me, I do not whant to go for the operation, please help me, please, its been a year now, antibiotics allmost took the chest pai

Every time i am infected due to the ellergy and getting throat infection , fever , chest pain. So what should Ido? ## Have you consulted a doctor? If it really is due to an infection, then it will require an antibiotic and in most countries, they require a doctor's approval and prescription for use. The type of antibiotic used, dosage and dosage duration will depend on the type and severity of the infection, which is why it is important to consult a doctor. ## I am 46 yrs female, suffering from severe throat infection for last one week.Doctor prescribed for taking Taxim 1 gm, 5 injections 12 hourly but no sign of healing even administering injections as prescribed. Now my Doctor is telling to extract the infected teeth as the treatment is not responding.What to do please advice.Repl...

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I was recently ordered long acting Diltiazem 120mg and was given Diltiazem C CAP ACTA ,and the lnformation that came with it does not say anything about it being long acting. Can you supply me with this info. ## Hello, Rose! How are you? From the information you've provided, it isn't a long acting medication. They are usually designated with something such as XR, SR, LA, CR or etc. What are the markings on the one you're taking? That is what would enable me to double check for you. Diltiazem is listed by the FDA as being a calcium channel blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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Isosorbide dinitate 30mg is cheaper and easier to find , just wondering about the Mono and dinitate ## Hello, Margot! How are you? There are several reasons that one may be preferred over the other, including tolerance, patient compliance, the medical condition being treated and the patient's response to the medication. Thus, it is best to take the one your doctor has prescribed, rather than just whichever one is cheaper. This medication is most commonly used to treat angina and may cause side effects, such as nausea, headache and dizziness. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have been taken isosorb mono 30mg E tab and have just had refilled pharmacy gave me Isosorb din 30 mg tab par my question is are they the same or should I contact my pharmacy and have them go back and...

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i developed bradycardia, pulse 36-42. Dr cut my dosage to 120 xr, i did feel better for a few days, then my engine rebelled, pulse goes down into the 30's then zips up to the 70's, very irregular heartbeat, get light headed at times, nausea at times, and very tired, headaches, and loud ringing in my ears. bp goes up and down, more i am up and around the lower the pulse. i was taking the dilacor for pvc,s i was told that no one over 60 should take this drug as it would encourage heart attacks and never to stop taking the drug. help, i need to get regulated again. my doctor is at a loss. cardio dr says hmmmm. i am 72 ## Hello, Grammahenry! How are you feeling? I'm very sorry about the problems that you've experienced. It could be that this just isn't the right medicati...

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nikoran is a tablet for heart patients .Can a person taking nikoran can take viagra ## Heart problems among others, are some of the reasons why you should not take Viagra. I would not combine any heart drugs with Viagra. I would consult your M.D. before mixing any drugs with your heart medication. Click below for more information about this drug click on the link below... ## I underwent angioplasty in Jan 2010. I am taking Ismo 20 and Nikoran 5. I feel difficulty in urination as I don't have full control and soil my clothes. A doctor asked me to take frog's tadalafil tab 10mg once a week. My BP has come low. Suggest. Romida

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I took one of these pills after finding out that i have angina upon doing a stress test. The chest pain from the angina was manageable, and really minor. It had been going on for 5 months but had improved with change in diet, stopping alcohol and sweets. I was working hard doing construction and pain actually always went away late in the day. Apparently exercise is healthy, much healthier than these pills

I was using Cardizem CD 180MG caps but the VA changed me to DILTIAZEM (INWOOD) 180 MG SA CAP. Is your 180MG SA also a 24 hr. time release cap like the Cardizem? Thank you for your help...RC ## Hello, RC! How are you? This website does not manufacture any medications. It is an information only resource. And yes, what you've been given is just a generic for what you were already taking and you should follow your doctor's dosing and usage instructions. The SA stand for sustained action, so it means the same as the CD that was listed with the name brand. This medication is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects to this medication may include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help...

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I get my diltiazem via mail order (Optum Rx) my copay for 90 diltiazem CD caps is $340.00 !! My copay for 90 diltiazem TR caps is $40.19 !!!! No one can provide a good explanation !?!?! ## Hello, GeoPhilly! How are you? There really is no 'good' explanation, so to speak. It's just that the one company had them available for a cheaper price than the other company. That's just what happens, sometimes. This is a generic medication, so it's made by several different companies and whichever one your pharmacy has depends on who was offering the cheapest price at the time they needed to restock their supply, so they can give you the cheapest price possible. Sometimes the price takes a jump, sometimes it drops. It's just supply and demand, the same with anything else on ...

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found in couch wat is it for a small white pill with lk 20 on it ## Hello, Ashley! How are you? From what I can find, this is listed as being a 20mg Ikorel tablet, it is a potassium channel opener, it increases the exit of potassium from certain muscle cells to widen the arteries and reduce the workload on the heart. It is commonly used to treat angina pectoris. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and trouble sleeping. Is there anything else I can help with?

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At one time I was on Tiazac 360 er and then the pharmacy put me on Diltiazem 360. The Tiazac 360 er is more economical than Diltiazem 360 er. I wanted to switch back to Tiazac 360 er. I have 5 refills left, and I asked the girl at the pharmacy and she said that I would have to have a new prescription. I thought that both of these were generics and I do not understand why I would have to have another prescription. The Tiazac works just as well as Diltiazem. Thanks for your help! ## Hi Dave, Tiazac is actually a brand name of Diltiazem; but I too find it odd that they would make you switch off of something that's working just fine without giving any specific reasoning behind their decision. Instead they just say "here you go!" and that's that. I personally prefer brand nam...

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I undergone with Angioplasty 15 month before with three medicated stent, after 15 month of angioplasty I go through all the test along with stress thalium test, it is found that again 10% blockage takes place in one of the arteries. I am taking tab Ecosprin 81, angiplat, concor 2.5, Lipitor 40, Cardace 2.5, Prax from last 15 months. Please guide me that above medicine will open the 10 blockage which happen again in one year.

a round pink, peach, salmon color, N on one side, 20 on the other side, 5/16 diameter. ## I located the pill in description to be Bidil; which contains a combination of Isosorbide denigrate (20 mg) + Hydralazine (37.5 mg) It is used in the treatment of heart failure. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you. ## Hi, I am interested in knowing how the company is able to subsidize this drug for people without insurance.

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My mom has 52 year old. She has chest pain and increasing heart beat and arms pain also. We consult to a cardiologist. By his advise we test the ECG & TMT TEST. both of test was normal.. doctor prescribed ciplar la 40 in morning and epitril 0.5 in bed time (night). What is the benefits of these medicine. can you help me.. by the test result doctor found all are normal but frequently she has chest pain... is it due to any tension related?

Sir,On 12 Aug 2014,I suffered from ischemic heart disease with diastolic dysfunction and mild LVH. LVEF was 35%approx. I underwent PTCA to LAD,one blockage90%, on 16 Aug 2014. All other parameters were in normal limits such as HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, VLDL Blood sugar, Creatine etc. I am not diabetic. Treatment advised on discharge: 1) Clopitab 75 mg 1----0----1 2) Met XL 25 mg 1----0----1 3) Cardace 1.25 mg 1----0----1 4) Flavedon MR 35 mg 1----0----1 5) ISMO 20 mg 1----0----0 6) Atorva 40 mg 0----0----1 7) Ecospirin 150 mg 0----1----0 How long do I have to take all these tablets? I know allopathic drugs often have side effects.And I wanted myself free from them as early as possible. Within two months I reduced my weight from 92 kg to 81 kg by diet control and brisk walk daily for 30 m...

IAM HAVING REPORT FROM GASTROSCOPY REPORT THATI HAVE EROSIVE ANTRAL GASTRITIS.PLEASE SUGGIST A MEDICINE. ## Past two months I've been suffering from antral gastritis and it didn't cure bcoz of stress and too much eating coz some stupid suggestion of gainin weight..but for last one week I'm On diff meds ..Omez D,Stelbid and sucrafil..and endoscopy 1month back showed mild antral gastritis..I had too much chest pain and right side stomach pain ..one week meds made my chest pain better but Antrum pain persists..also will playing sports harm?ans how long will this take to heal!

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taken diltiazem cd cap par for years new pharmacy filled rx with diltiaz er teva asked phrmcst he said same are they? 240 mg. AFIB. ## Hello, DesrtDrmr! How are you? From what you've listed in your post, they are the same and have just been manufactured by different companies. With generics, it's common for your pharmacy to switch, depending on which company was offering the cheapest price at the time they needed to restock their supply. Side effects to this medication may include nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension, lowered heart rate and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I need the side effects of this high blood pressure drug ## Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker, so it may cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, hypotension and dizziness. You can read more about the medication and additional side effects here: Is there anything else I can help with? ## How long does it take for side effects to go away after the drug is discontinued ## Theresa, it can vary, depending on the dosage and how long you were taking it. I am very sensitive to medications and usually found that when I suffered bad side effects and discontinued one, it took 2 weeks at a minimum for them to wear off and the max was usually about 4 weeks. Are there any other questions or comments? ## This is the worst drug I have taken. My fingers are swollon and itch so bad it feels an...

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