Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

Composition of Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta contains Diltiazem hydrochloride 90 mg (extended-release). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker (benzothiazepine) class of medicines.

Uses of Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); prevention and treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain due to coronary artery disease)

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood pressure
• Reduces frequency of angina attacks
• Improves exercise tolerance in angina
• Decreases heart workload and oxygen demand
• Helps prevent cardiovascular complications of hypertension

How Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta works

Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits calcium entry into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle. It relaxes blood vessels and reduces heart rate and cardiac workload, thereby lowering blood pressure and relieving angina.

How to take Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

Take by mouth as prescribed, usually once daily for XL/extended-release tablets. Swallow whole; do not crush, chew or split. Can be taken with or without food, but take at the same time each day.

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 Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

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

• Headache
• dizziness
• flushing
• ankle/leg swelling (edema)
• constipation
• nausea
• tiredness
• slow heart rate

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 Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in low blood pressure, heart failure, conduction disorders (e.g., sick sinus syndrome, AV block) unless paced, and liver/kidney impairment. May cause bradycardia, dizziness or fainting—avoid driving if affected. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice. Monitor blood pressure and heart rate regularly.

Do not take Dilcontin-XL 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) and digoxin (increased risk of bradycardia/AV block), ivabradine (avoid), statins metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., simvastatin, atorvastatin—higher levels), CYP3A4 inhibitors/inducers (e.g., clarithromycin, azoles, rifampicin), antihypertensives (additive BP lowering), cyclosporine (increased levels)

How to store Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

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

Expert advice for Dilcontin-XL 90 Ta

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

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MODI-MUNDIPHARMA PRIVATE LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive, Antianginal

Drug class:

Calcium channel blocker (benzothiazepine)