Cardizem
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Cardizem 60mg Tablets
Diltiazem Hydrochloride
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Generic equivalents for Cardizem...
We also carry these generic equivalents of Cardizem to help save you money.
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30mg Tablets
Manufactured by Mylan
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 60MG Capsules (Sustained-Release)
Manufactured by Apotex Incorporated
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 60mg Tablets
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 90mg Tablets
Manufactured by Mylan
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 90mg Capsules (Sustained-Release)
Manufactured by Mylan
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 120mg Capsules (Sustained-Release)
Manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 120MG Capsules (Sustained-Release)
Manufactured by Apotex Incorporated
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Diltiazem Hydrochloride 120mg Tablets
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Cardizem Prescription Drug Information
Diltiazem (By mouth)
Diltiazem (dil-TYE-a-zem)
Treats high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Cardizem is a calcium channel blocker.
Brand Name(s):Cartia XT, Taztia XT, Cardizem CD, Diltia XT, Tiazac, Dilt-XR, Dilt-CD, Dilacor XR, Diltzac, Cardizem SR, Cardizem, Cardizem LA
There may be other brand names for Cardizem.
When Cardizem Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Cardizem if you have had an allergic reaction to diltiazem or similar medicines (such as verapamil, Adalat®, Calan®, Lotrel®, Plendil®, or Procardia®), or if you have very low blood pressure or certain heart problems. Talk with your doctor about what these heart problems are.
How to Use Cardizem:
Long Acting Capsule, 12 Hour Capsule, 24 Hour Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much of Cardizem to use and how often. Your dose may need to be changed several times in order to find out what works best for you. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- It is best to take Cardizem on an empty stomach.
- Swallow the long-acting capsule, 24-hour capsule, 12-hour capsule, or long-acting tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
If a dose of Cardizem is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Cardizem:
- Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
- Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Cardizem:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- There are many other medicines that can interact with diltiazem. Make sure your doctor knows about ALL other medicines you are using. This includes over-the-counter medicines that can increase your blood pressure (such as diet pills, cold and allergy medicines, or asthma medicines).
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using buspirone (Buspar®), carbamazepine (Tegretol®), cimetidine (Tagamet®), cyclosporine (Gengraf®, Neoral®, Sandimmune®), digoxin (Lanoxin®), lovastatin (Mevacor®), quinidine (Quinora®), rifampin (Rifadin®, Rimactane®), other medicine to lower blood pressure (such as atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol, timolol, Inderal®, or Toprol®), or medicine for sleeping (such as midazolam, triazolam, Halcion®, or Versed®).
Warnings While Using Cardizem:
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart rhythm problems, congestive heart failure, or stomach problems.
- Cardizem may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
- Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using Cardizem. Be sure to keep all appointments.
- If you stop using Cardizem, your blood pressure may go up. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Do not stop using Cardizem suddenly without asking your doctor. You may need to slowly decrease your dose before stopping it completely.
Possible Side Effects While Using Cardizem:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
- Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash.
- Chest pain (may be related to your disease and not a side effect).
- Fast, slow, uneven, or pounding heartbeat.
- Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
- Unusual tiredness or weakness.
- Wheezing or trouble breathing.
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Cardizem, talk with your doctor:
- Mild skin rash.
- Runny or stuffy nose.
- Stomach discomfort.
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Cardizem, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
