Formulary Monographs [DILTIAZEM, 242892]
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DILTIAZEM
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CCBs, MISCELLANEOUS
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Class IV antiarrhythmic.
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Headache, ankle oedema, hypotension, dizziness, bradycardia, AV block. Avoid grapefruit juice. C.f. Prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 13; 28.
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Angina: 60-120mg three times daily to a maximum of 360mg daily .
Slow release preparation:120-480mg daily . |
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Diltiazem should be used during pregnancy only when the possible benefits outweigh the potential risks to the fetus.
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Diltiazem is distributed in breastmilk and is not recommended for lactating women.
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