Drug Details
Generic Name:
Common Brands:
Cardizem, Cardizem CD, Cardizem LA, Cartia XT, Diltzac, Dilacor XR, Dilt-CD, Tiazac, Taztia XT
Availability:
Prescription only
Therapeutic Class:
Calcium channel blockers
Forms:
Tablet, extended-release tablet, extended-release capsule
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Chest pain (angina pectoris)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Diltiazem Drug Class
Diltiazem (dil-tye-a-zem) is a calcium channel blocker.
Diltiazem Age Range
Diltiazem is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients have not been established.
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