Swallow whole, do not open, cut, chew, or crush. Tiazac or generic equivalent (Taztia XT) extended-release capsules 24 hours: Administered once-daily; may be administered without regard to meals.

Can diltiazem capsules be opened?

Do not crush or chew the capsules. Doing so can release all of the drug at once and may increase your risk of side effects. If you have trouble swallowing the capsule, you may open the capsule and carefully sprinkle its contents on a spoonful of soft, cool applesauce just before you take it.

What does CD mean in diltiazem?

These medicines both contain an active ingredient called diltiazem hydrochloride. The difference between these is that Cardizem CD is designed to release the active ingredient slowly so that it works over 24 hours and can be taken once a day (CD stands for “controlled delivery”).

What does diltiazem CD look like?

diltiazem CD 120 mg capsule,extended release 24 hr. This medicine is a light gray, oblong, capsule imprinted with “par” and “C829”.

What is diltiazem CD 120 mg capsules used for?

Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. When used regularly, diltiazem can decrease the number and severity of episodes of chest pain from angina.

What is diltiazem 120 mg used for?

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.

Can you take vitamins with diltiazem?

Using dilTIAZem together with multivitamin with minerals can decrease the effects of dilTIAZem. Talk with your doctor before using dilTIAZem and multivitamin with minerals together. You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more often if you take both medications.

Is diltiazem CD and ER the same?

Diltiazem is the generic form of the brand-name drug Cardizem, which is used to treat high blood pressure and control chest pain (known as angina). It’s also sometimes used to treat abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia).

Can you open diltiazem capsules?

Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release diltiazem tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. To make swallowing easier, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you can open a diltiazem capsule and sprinkle the medicine into a spoonful of applesauce.

How to titrate a Cardizem drip?

Monitoring the Patient. Patient’s with Cardizem drips are facing cardiac issues which require close surveillance and monitoring by a nurse.