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How and Where to Buy Dilacor XT Online?
You can buy Dilacor XT online through our Canadian International Pharmacy at huge savings. We offer RX and OTC medications online with a valid prescription from your doctor. At Canadian Pharmacy World, your health is our priority. You can place the order online, by mail, by fax or toll-free over the telephone at 1866-485-7979.
Are There Alternative Names for the Brand and Generic Dilacor XT?
Dilacor XT (Diltiazem CD) comes from Canada also called Apo-Diltiaz by Apotex and Mar-Diltiazem T manufactured by Marcan Pharmaceuticals. The brand Dilacor XT is not available at this time.
What Dosages and Forms is Dilacor XT available in?
The generic equivalent of Dilacor XT (Diltiazem CD) is available as capsules in the dosage strengths of 120 mg, 180 mg, 240 mg, 300 mg and 360 mg.
What is Dilacor XT used for?
Dilacor XT is a medication used for the management of effort associated angina (chest pain) and treatment of mild to moderate blood pressure. Dilacor XT is normally be used in those patients in whom treatment with other blood pressure reduction medications has been ineffective, or have been associated with unacceptable side effects. Dilacor XT belongs to the group of drugs called “calcium channel blockers” or “calcium antagonists”. Dilacor XT relaxes the arteries, thereby lowering blood pressure. Dilacor XT reduces the amount of oxygen that your heart muscle needs. This helps control chest pain. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules whole, do not crush or chew them. The usual starting dose for angina is 120 mg to 180 mg once a day and for high blood pressure, is between 180 mg to 240 mg once a day.
What Are The Possible Side Effects of Dilacor XT?
Some of the common side effects of Dilacor XT may include headache, dizziness, malaise, nausea, flushing, feeling unusually warm, unusual tiredness and weakness, upset stomach. Some of the serious side effects include abnormal blood test results, low blood pressure, fast, slow or irregular heartbeat, respiratory tract infection, depression, heart block, heart attack, heart failure, eye problems, liver problems, increased blood sugar and serious skin reactions. These are not all the possible side effects of Dilacor XT. In case of any unexpected effect, consult your healthcare professional immediately.
Are there any Precautions and Drug interactions for Dilacor XT?
Alcohol may cause low blood pressure and dizziness when you go from lying or sitting to standing up. This can especially occur after the first dose and when the dose is increased. Tell your doctor if you experience dizziness, light-headedness, fainting, decreased blood pressure or increased heart rate.
Avoid grapefruit juice while having Dilacor XT as grapefruit juice when consumed too often while taking Dilacor XT may cause headache, irregular heartbeat, edema (swelling), unexplained weight gain, and chest pain.
Do not use Dilacor XT if you:
• Are breastfeeding
• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• Are taking a medicine called dantrolene for severe muscle spasms or severe fever
• Have an allergy to diltiazem or other ingredients in the medication
• Have very low blood pressure
• Have heart rhythm disorders in the absence of a pacemaker
• Have severe heart failure with fluids in lungs
Before taking Dilacor XT, inform your doctor if you:
• Are 65 years of age or older
• Have very low blood pressure
• Have heart, liver or kidney disease
• Have high blood sugar or diabetes
Drug interactions
Tell your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about all the medicines you take, including drugs prescribed by other doctors, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements, or alternative medicines. Dilacor XT may interact with:
• Anticoagulants like warfarin
• Antifungal medications
• Cholesterol-lowering medications
• Cyclosporine
• Dantrolene
• Drugs used to treat inflammation like corticosteroids
• Lithium and imipramine used to treat mental illness
• Other blood pressure or heart medications
• Sleeping pills like midazolam
Dilacor XT Storage and Safety Information
Store Dilacor XT between 15-25°C, in tight containers, protected from light. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
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