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Diltiazem Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DIALTIAZEM SDV

Strength: 5 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 21.55

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Diltiazem Hydrochloride

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Management of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation) Adult dose: | Initial dose of 5-10 mg IV bolus, may repeat every 15-30 minutes as needed; maximum total dose typically does not exceed 20 mg in a 24-hour period Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in pediatric patients should be based on clinical judgment and specific circumstances Side effects: | Common side effects include hypotension, bra

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

Management of hypertension, angina pectoris, and certain types of arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bedford Ben Venue Laboratories, U.S.A

Package Size

10ml Single Dose Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 21.55

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial dose of 5-10 mg IV bolus, may repeat every 15-30 minutes as needed; maximum total dose typically does not exceed 20 mg in a 24-hour period

Pediatric Dose

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

Side Effects

Common side effects include hypotension, bradycardia, dizziness, headache, flushing, and peripheral edema

Contraindications & Precautions

Severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock, sick sinus syndrome, second- or third-degree AV block (unless a functioning pacemaker is present), and known hypersensitivity to diltiazem

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with heart failure, hepatic impairment, or renal impairment; monitor blood pressure and heart rate closely during administration; may interact with other medications affecting heart rate or blood pressure

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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