Cardizem Cd (dilTIAZem HCl ER Coated Beads)

Alternate Name: Cardizem

Description: Cartia XT is prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure and also relieves chest pains. The generic version of Cartia XT is Diltiazem. Take advantage of our LowerMyRx discount to receive a typical Cartia XT discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating local pharmacies.

Dosage Form: Capsule Extended Release 24 Hour

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Antianginal, Antihypertensive, Cardiovascular Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 240 MG

Warnings: Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, or you could develop life-threatening heart problems. This medicine may make you dizzy, drowsy, or lightheaded. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause the following problems:Worsening heart failureLiver problemsSerious skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, or stomach or bowel problems.

Food Warnings: Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone., Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Some medicines can affect how diltiazem works. Tell your doctor if you are using the following:Buspirone, carbamazepine, cimetidine, clonidine, cyclosporine, digoxin, ivabradine, lovastatin, midazolam, quinidine, rifampin, simvastatin, triazolamOther blood pressure medicine (including propranolol)., This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.