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Diltiazem Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ANGITIL SR

Strength: 90 mg | Form: Prongloged release capsules

Price in UAE: AED 47.04

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Diltiazem Hydrochloride

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Management of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias Adult dose: | 120 mg to 360 mg per day in divided doses; typically, 90 mg to 120 mg once daily for extended-release formulations Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in pediatric patients should be based on clinical judgment and specific indications Side effects: | Common side effects include headache, dizziness, fatigue, flushing, nausea, and peripheral edema Contrai

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

Management of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Ethypharm, France

Package Size

56s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 47.04

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

120 mg to 360 mg per day in divided doses; typically, 90 mg to 120 mg once daily for extended-release formulations

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in pediatric patients should be based on clinical judgment and specific indications

Side Effects

Common side effects include headache, dizziness, fatigue, flushing, nausea, and peripheral edema

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to diltiazem or any component of the formulation, severe hypotension, advanced aortic stenosis, and acute myocardial infarction with pulmonary congestion

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with heart failure, hepatic impairment, or renal impairment; may cause significant hypotension; monitor for signs of bradycardia and heart block; avoid abrupt discontinuation to prevent rebound hypertension

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Diltiazem Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

ANGITIL SR 90 mg Prongloged release capsules ANOTRIT 20 mg/g Ointment Angitil SR 120 mg Prolonged release capsules BI-TILDIEM 120 mg Sustained Release Tablets BI-TILDIEM 90 mg Sustained Release Tablets DIALTIAZEM SDV 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection DILT-XR 240 mg Tablets DILTIAZEM 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection DILTIAZEM 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection DILTIAZEM 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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