Dilcontin Xl (Diltiazem)
Brand Name: Dilcontin Xl
Generic Name: Diltiazem
Manufacturer/Agent: Modi-mundipahrma
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 180mg
Pack size: 100
Trade Price: KES 4,370.00
Retail Price: @ KES 58.27
Class: Vasodilators (Cardiovascular drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym: Latiazem (hcl)
Molecular Formulae: C22H26N2O4.HCL = 451.0
Precautions: Hypersensitivity. pregnancy. sick sinus syndrome. 2nd or 3rd degree heart block. caution in pre-existing hypotension, diabetes.
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Indications/Uses: Angina, essential hypertension; initially 30mg tid, before meals, adjusted for optimum results. some arrhythmias.
Interactions: Potentiates cns depressants
Side Effects: Bradycardia. ankle oedema. gastro-intestinal disturbances. flushing. rash. nausea. headache.