Brand Name
ratio-Diltiazem CD
Common Name
diltiazem
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02229781 | RATIO-DILTIAZEM CD 120MG CAPSULE |
| 02229782 | RATIO-DILTIAZEM CD 180MG CAPSULE |
| 02229783 | RATIO-DILTIAZEM CD 240MG CAPSULE |
| 02229784 | RATIO-DILTIAZEM CD 300MG CAPSULE |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Diltiazem belongs to a family of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). It works by relaxing blood vessels and by reducing the workload of the heart. The injectable form of this medication is sometimes used in the hospital to bring abnormal heart rhythms under control.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use this medication?
The recommended dose of diltiazem can range from 30 mg to 360 mg daily. The capsules should not be chewed or crushed.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Keep this and other medications out of the reach of children.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
120 mg
Each light turquoise blue, opaque controlled delivery hard gelatin capsule, containing white to off-white beads and imprinted in blue on the body with "Alti-Dilt CD 120 mg", contains diltiazem HCI 120 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: eudragit, polysorbate 80, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, talc and tributyl citrate; capsule shell: FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate, silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide. Bisulfites-, gluten- and tartrazine-free.
180 mg
Each blue opaque cap and light turquoise opaque body controlled delivery hard gelatin capsule, containing white to off-white beads and imprinted in blue on the body with "Alti-Dilt CD 180 mg", contains diltiazem HCI 180 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: eudragit, polysorbate 80, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, talc and tributyl citrate; capsule shell: FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate, silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide. Bisulfites-, gluten- and tartrazine-free.
240 mg
Each blue, opaque controlled delivery hard gelatin capsule, containing white to off-white beads and imprinted in white on the body with "Alti-Dilt CD 240 mg", contains diltiazem HCI 240 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: eudragit, polysorbate 80, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, talc and tributyl citrate; capsule shell: FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate, silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide. Bisulfites-, gluten- and tartrazine-free.
300 mg
Each blue opaque cap and grey opaque body, controlled delivery hard gelatin capsule, containing white to off-white beads and imprinted in white on the body with "Alti-Dilt CD 300 mg", contains diltiazem HCI 300 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: eudragit, polysorbate 80, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, talc and tributyl citrate; capsule shell: black iron oxide, FD&C Blue No. 1, gelatin, sodium lauryl sulfate, silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide. Bisulfites-, gluten- and tartrazine-free.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
This medication should not be taken by anyone who:
- has certain types of heart rhythm problems
- is allergic to diltiazem or any ingredients of the medication
- has severe low blood pressure
- has weakened pumping action of the heart
- is or may become pregnant
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