Diltigestic (Diltiazem)

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Brand Name: Diltigestic

Generic Name: Diltiazem

Manufacturer/Agent: Troikaa Pharma

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Formulation: gel

Strength: 2% 30gm

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 700.00

Retail Price: @ KES 933.33

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Class: Vasodilators (Cardiovascular drugs)

Mechanism of Action:

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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.

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