Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Diltiazem(60mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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Angizem DP 60mg Capsule is used to treat angina (heart-related chest pain), high blood pressure, and some types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia). It is known as a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. This helps to reduce the workload of the heart.
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day as advised by your doctor. Keep using this medicine even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, flushing, and rash. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. It may also make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Drinking alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Also, inform your doctor if you have very low blood pressure (hypotension), heart failure, or if you recently had a heart attack and have fluid in your lungs. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood pressure while using it and you may need frequent blood tests. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking it.
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure and to control angina (chest pain). Diltiazem is in a class of medications called calcium-channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. It also increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.
Diltiazem, a calcium channel blocker, has been shown to be safe and effective in the treatment of patients in atrial fibrillation and/or atrial flutter. However, there have been no pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic studies of diltiazem in these patients
Headache
Constipation
Dizziness
Fatigue
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Nausea
Palpitations
Rash
CARDIZEM is contraindicated in patients with sick sinus syndrome except in the presence of a functioning ventricular pacemaker, patients with second- or third-degree AV block except in the presence of a functioning ventricular pacemaker, patients with hypotension
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Angizem DP 60mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Diltiazem is an oral and parenteral non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is used in many clinical scenarios as an antihypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, and as anti-anginal. FDA-approved indications include atrial arrhythmia, hypertension, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, and chronic stable angina
aortic stenosis.
bradyarrhythmia/AV block.
cardiogenic shock/hypotension.
coronary artery disease.
liver disease.
CHF/AMI.
accessory AV tracts.
ventricular tachycardia.
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Angizem DP 60mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule slows down the heartbeat and allows the blood vessels in the body to relax.
This helps prevent angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease), certain abnormal heart rhythms, stroke and heart attack.
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Angizem DP 60mg Capsule as it may make the side effects worse.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Angizem DP 60mg Capsule a blood thinner?
No, Angizem DP 60mg Capsule is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the calcium channel blocker class of medicines. It is used to treat hypertension, arrhythmias and angina (chest pain caused by a reduction of oxygen to the heart muscle).
Q. Does Angizem DP 60mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may cause weight gain but not in everybody. However, if you are gaining weight while taking Angizem DP 60mg Capsule then consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
Q. Is it better to take Angizem DP 60mg Capsule in the morning or at night?
It is recommended to take Angizem DP 60mg Capsule at night and before meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor and should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Q. Does Angizem DP 60mg Capsule affect sleep?
Angizem DP 60mg Capsule may cause sleeplessness which does not affect everyone. If this persists and worries you talk to your doctor.
