Angizem 30 Tablet

Composition of Angizem 30 Tablet

Angizem 30 Tablet contains Diltiazem 30 mg (as Diltiazem Hydrochloride). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker (Non-dihydropyridine) class of medicines.

Uses of Angizem 30 Tablet

• Treatment and prevention of angina (chest pain)
• management of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• rate control in certain supraventricular tachyarrhythmias (as prescribed)

Key benefits

• Relieves and prevents angina episodes
• Lowers high blood pressure
• Reduces heart workload and oxygen demand
• Helps control certain fast heart rhythms
• Improves exercise tolerance in angina

How Angizem 30 Tablet works

Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels and reduces the workload on the heart. It also slows conduction through the AV node, helping control heart rate in some rhythm disorders.

How to take Angizem 30 Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed. Swallow the tablet with water at the same time each day; can be taken with or without food. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice; monitor blood pressure/heart rate.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure and a dangerously slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Angizem 30 Tablet

Most side effects of Angizem are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• dizziness
• flushing
• ankle swelling (edema)
• constipation
• nausea
• fatigue
• slow heart rate (bradycardia)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Angizem 30 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in low blood pressure, heart failure, conduction disorders (AV block), bradycardia, and liver impairment. May cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected. Do not discontinue suddenly. Seek urgent care for severe breathlessness, fainting, very slow pulse, or swelling/worsening heart failure symptoms.

Do not take Angizem if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with very low blood pressure or with severe narrowing of the aortic valve.

Interactions with other medicines

Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), digoxin, ivabradine, amiodarone/other antiarrhythmics, antihypertensives, statins (especially simvastatin/atorvastatin—dose adjustment may be needed), CYP3A4 inhibitors/inducers (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin, azole antifungals, ritonavir, grapefruit juice; rifampicin, phenytoin, carbamazepine), ciclosporin, theophylline

How to store Angizem 30 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Angizem 30 Tablet

Raising your legs when sitting, and reducing salt, helps with ankle swelling. Do not stop suddenly without asking your doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive, Antianginal

Drug class:

Calcium channel blocker (Non-dihydropyridine)