DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE Drug Interactions
Also known as: Diltiazem Hydrochloride
Diltiazem Hydrochloride is a calcium channel blocker medication used to treat certain heart conditions. It works by relaxing blood vessels, which helps to improve blood flow to the heart. This medication is primarily prescribed to manage chest pain (angina) caused by heart disease or spasms in the heart's arteries.DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE has 1 documented drug interaction in our database, including 0 contraindicated, 1 major, 0 moderate, and 0 minor interactions.
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Concurrent use of atenolol and diltiazem increases the risk of bradycardia, heart block, and hypotension.
Mechanism
Both drugs slow conduction through the AV node and reduce heart rate through complementary mechanisms.
Clinical Management
Monitor heart rate and blood pressure closely. Reduce doses of both agents if combination is necessary.
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