Diltia Xt

Diltiazem

Diltiazem, sold under the brand name Cardizem among others, is a calcium channel blocker medication used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and certain heart arrhythmias.[4] It may also be used in hyperthyroidism if beta blockers cannot be used.[4] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[4] When given by injection, effects typically begin within a few minutes and last a few hours.[4] Common side effects include swelling...

How long does it take for the side effect of reddening of the body due to widdening of small blood vessels to go away when the drug is discontinued ## It really depends on how long you were taking it, it could take anywhere from 2 weeks to a month, or so. Some gentle massage and increasing your activity levels might help, if you're doctor approves of you doing such. Are there any questions or comments?

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Has anyone had the reddening of the skin due to peripheral vaso dilation, if so when med. Was discontinued did it subside and long did it take? ## Hi Tee, While I don't have personal experience with this particular drug, I did want to add that one of the severe side effects related to Diltiazem is a rash. Does this sound like what you are referring to when you mention "reddening of the skin"? You can view a list of the "severe" side effects posted below: -swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, hands, arms, feet, ankles, or lower legs -difficulty breathing or swallowing -fainting -rash -yellowing of the skin or eyes -nausea -extreme tiredness -unusual bleeding or bruising -lack of energy -loss of appetite -pain in the upper right part of the stomach -flu-like sympt...

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How long does it take for the side effect of reddening of the body due to widdening of small blood vessels to go away when the drug is discontinued ## It really depends on how long you were taking it, it could take anywhere from 2 weeks to a month. Some gentle massage and increasing your activity levels might help, if you're doctor approves of you doing such. How long were you on it? ## My husband was on diltia XT for eight months and now he has been off of the med. for almost two months and is still getting the peripheral vasodilitation. Thank you for your reply. By the way are you in the medical field? I am a R.N.

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Is there a difference between these 2 meds I was on diliazem 120 er/xr for 4 years and had no problems and now the med was changed to cartia 180 xt and I have headaches congestion which aggravates my ashma and stomach aches ## Hello, Clare! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problems that you're having. They are the same, Cartia XT is just the name brand. It seems odd that it would cause congestion headaches which aggravate your other conditions. Are you allergic to any inactive ingredients that you know of? Are you on any other medications? Have you consulted your doctor? ## I was taking diliazem sr 240 mg now the pharmacy gave me diltiazem xr 240 g what's the whats the difference?

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I was taking Diltiazem 120 24 HR. I just filled my prescription at Safeway and they gave me Cartia XT SR 24 hour 120. Is this the same? ## Yes, that's just a name brand for the same medication. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I use to take Cardizem cd 180mg. I have lots of trouble with generics. I was switched to Diltiazem hcl sa caps some time ago (mfg TEVA) and have been doing fine. When picking up my scrips today, I was given Cardia XT (mfg Watson Labs) will I notice any difference? Are the fillers similar? ## Hello, Jackie! How are you? There are quite a few differences in the inactive ingredients, so if you're sensitive to them, you may experience some issues, but the only way to find out is to actually try it and see. What types of problems do you usually have with generics? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. ## Nausea, coughing, feel like coming down with flu, some brain fog. Did try can...

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My prior prescription said I could take without regard to food. The new one said take on an empty stomach. Both are 180 mg. ## Based on information I've gathered, Cardizem CD is just another brand name of Diltiazem XT (as they both contain the same active ingredient). Diltiazem is said to be the generic version, however both medications are reported to come in a 24-hour sustained-release capsule. Other than that, the only other differences may be that they are manufactured by separate companies, and possibly contain a different set of inactive ingredients, otherwise known as fillers. Some of these fillers may be a determinant as to whether or not is it best to take the pill on an empty stomach versus having it with food. For future reference, other brand names of Diltiazem include t...

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Not sure what they are for. ## How long does it take for diltia XT 180mg to leave your system and side effects to subside? ## My doctor started me on Diltiazem HCL time released beads 240/CP24 in January of 2012. Over time the meds continued to make me dizzy and the headaches would come and go. My doctor said it was my body adjusting to my blood pressure. My BP went down but not as much as I wanted. My insurance plan covers this med so I don't have to pay for it. On 3/24/11 was not feeling well because of the headaches and dizziness so I went to the ER. The ER doc asked me why I was taking Diltiazem......I told her that's what my doctor prescribed. My heart is fine. After checking me out she prescribed Hydralazine 10 mg and I was discharged. Took them the next day and there were...

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My new pharmacy plan puts my Diltiazem ER 180mg XT capsule into a Tier 3 costing me $60 for a 90 day supply. A tier 1 or 2 drug is free. I would like to know if taking a free (Tier 1) 90mg Diltiazem tablet twice per day at 12hr intervals would give me the same health benefit? Is the release of the tablet medication adverse to an even release of the ER capsule? ## Hello, Derf! How are you? Yes, you should be able to do that, without a problem, you'd just take the medication twice a day,, instead of once. Of course, you need to check with your doctor, because they'll have to write a new prescription. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I need to know the difference of diltiazem 180mg and norvasc 5 mg . Are they similar ## Looks like both medicines are used for almost the same thing. Were they prescribed to you by the same doctor? Reference Pages: Diltiazem, Norvasc ## Difference between Diltiazem SA Caps and Diltiazem ER(dilt-XR) Caps? ## ER or XT stands for Extended Release, which means the drug is released slowly over a certain period of time, rather than all at once like regular release medications. ## Dark green, gray capsule with # R-2579 on it ## w/hat is the difference between narvasc and ditiazem ? do they act differently on the system. since they are both calcium blockers. Can they cause bone problems? ## I don't understand why the pharmacy always which medication when your taking dialtizen then they swit...

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Diltiazem

Diltiazem, sold under the brand name Cardizem among others, is a calcium channel blocker medication used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and certain heart arrhythmias.[4] It may also be used in hyperthyroidism if beta blockers cannot be used.[4] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[4] When given by injection, effects typically begin within a few minutes and last a few hours.[4] Common side effects include swelling...

Diltiazem

Diltiazem, sold under the brand name Cardizem among others, is a calcium channel blocker medication used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and certain heart arrhythmias.[4] It may also be used in hyperthyroidism if beta blockers cannot be used.[4] It is taken by mouth or injection into a vein.[4] When given by injection, effects typically begin within a few minutes and last a few hours.[4] Common side effects include swelling...

Iecently been told by my pharmacy that Cartia xt is no longer on the market. My physician precribed Dialtiazen as a replacement. This has led to numerous side effects previously not related to cartia xt. I'm looking for some adice ! ## Everyone having problems trying to find a replacement for Cartia XT. It needs to be made again and fast IMO. Still trying different genertics ## I too was just switched from Cartia xt to diltiazem, and have felt sickish' ever since starting it last Tuesday.....I'm even having chest pain/shortness of breath, feel almost like I have the flu each time I take it and really weak...I'm so upset because I work at JCPenny and this time of year is diffcult enough at my job, without this new added problem...I was feeling perfect until the med switch...

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I would like to know why they took cartia xt off thr market what was wrong with it? ## I'm not finding anything that lists it as being discontinued However, there have been several reports from people who have had great difficulty in find it. It is a calcium channel blocker, used to treat hypertension and angina. Did your doctor or pharmacist say it was discontinued? There are several drugs in this class that are available, so you might want to speak to your doctor about an alternative medication. There is some more information and a list of some of the medications here: Cartia contains the active ingredient Diltiazem, it is most commonly used to treat hypertension. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. ## I was also told by the pharmacist that...

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240mg ## Took Cardizem LA tabs 120mg; increased to 240mg and was sent the Dil Tiazem XT (cartiaXT) tab, instead ofcardizem 240...is this the same medication? ## I do beileve it is a Valium like tablet in high potency but you should check with a pharmacy or the pharmacy will give you a number to describe the pill and they would be able to tell you what it is and it use I like said belive it is a traqulizer ## Please see Diltiazem for more information about this drug. Yes, Diltiazem is the same thing as Cardizem, it is just the generic version.

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Large blue capsul ## I have identified a blue capsule with the imprint Andrx 700 on one end and 360mg on the other as Taztia XT (Diltiazem). It is a (360 mg) pill like the imprint states. Taztia XT (Diltiazem) is a nondihydropyridine (non-DHP) member of the class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers, used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. It is also an effective preventive medication for migraine. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Taztia XT Details I hope this helps. Please post back if you have any additional questions!

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Cartia 120mg ## my pharmacist told me today that Cartia has been discontinued. Is that so? ## Found a match it is Cartia XT 120 mg (active ingredient Diltiazem), which is used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. From my records I did not locate anything stating it was discontinued. If you would like to learn more click on the link below...

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I take a white potassium CL Meg capsule 3X week. Just to a refill and it is a dark blue capsule marked Andrex 560. Did I get the wrong medication or is this just another brand? ## I was unable to locate ANDRX 560, I did however locate ANDRX 550, Click here to see a picture of the pill. If this is your pill it's Diltia XT 240 mg, which is a member of the group of drugs known as benzothiazepines, which are a class of calcium channel blockers, used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. To leern more click on the link below... If this is not your pill, please post back with any more information so I can assist you in finding the right pill. ## The blue capsule ANDRX 560 is the same Potassium Cl capsule that you have had in the past as a white c...

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Cardizem is the name brand, is that right? Plus there must be MANY other names that are Generic but they are all the same, is that right? 1. Cartia XT 2. Diltizem ER (XR/XT) 3. Dilacor Xr. Plus each manufacturer has a different colored pill for the same thing, is that right? Just got a new prescription for Diltizem ER (XR/XT) and it is a peach and light pink large capsule - once before it was a pill and before that it was an orange and white capsule called Cartia XT. I wish someone could reassure me about what I'm safely taking. ## Hello, Joyce! How are you? Yes, these are all just different names for Diltiazem in an extended release formulation, however, the generic is actually just called Diltiazem, since that is the actual drug name. This medication is a calcium channel blocker t...

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