24 Hour Tiazac Capsule
Chemical Name: DILTIAZEM (dil-TYE-a-zem)
Common Tiazac uses
This medicine is a calcium channel blocker
used to treat angina (chest pain) or high
blood pressure. It may also be used to treat
other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Before using Tiazac
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR
DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE
OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
amiodarone, carbamazepine, cyclosporine,
digoxin, or intravenous (IV) calcium. Inform
your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE
OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you
have a history of heart block, low blood
pressure, severe heart failure, or certain
abnormal heart rhythms
(Wolff-Parkinson-White, Lown-Ganong-Levine,
or sick sinus syndromes). Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about taking this
medicine.
Tiazac Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. SWALLOW
WHOLE. Do not crush or chew before
swallowing. If you have difficulty
swallowing the capsule, the capsule may be
carefully opened and the contents sprinkled
onto one spoonful of applesauce. Do not
divide your dose over more than one
spoonful. The applesauce should not be hot
and should be soft enough to be swallowed
without chewing. Swallow the spoonful
immediately. Do not store for later use.
Drink a glass of cool water after swallowing
the mixture to be sure you completely
swallow the medicine. If you have any
questions about how to properly take the
medicine, talk with your doctor or
pharmacist. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as
soon as possible. If it is almost time for
your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take 2 doses at once.
Tiazac Cautions
DO
NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an
allergic reaction to it or are allergic to
any ingredient in this product. DO NOT STOP
USING THIS MEDICINE without first checking
with your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND
LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using
this medicine. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL
OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, tell your doctor or
dentist that you are using this medicine.
THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS. DO NOT
DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING
ELSE that could be dangerous until you know
how you react to this medicine. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU
PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your
doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. IF YOU ARE OR
WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using
this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Tiazac side effects
SIDE EFFECTS of Tiazac, that may go away during
treatment, include headache, facial
flushing, or constipation. If they continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
if you experience tender, bleeding, or
swollen gums; irregular heartbeat;
dizziness; or swelling of the feet or hands.
If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Tiazac Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Tiazac
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include dizziness, weakness, slowed or
irregular heartbeat, nausea, drowsiness,
confusion, and slurred speech.
Additional Tiazac information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out.
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