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My dad just started taking the DiltiazemER180 MG. His heart rate has been running near 130. His doctor has told him to start taking the 240 mg. My question is if he goes to a higher dose, will that increase his heart rate more or is it possible let that it will slow it down? I'm not a doctor but I don't understand how upping the dosage will help. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

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Hello, Rhonda! How are you?

This medication has been known to cause elevated heart rate as a side effect, but most side effects are transient and wear off, as someone's body gets used to the medication. As listed by the FDA, he may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and orthostatic hypotension.

Once his body adjusts, in theory his heart rate should lower, as the medication lowers his blood pressure and improves heart function.

How long has he been taking it?

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He has been on it for a week. Do you know how long it takes for your body to adjust to a new med?

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