Food & Alcohol Interaction Protocol
How diet impacts this medicine's absorption and efficacy
Grapefruit juice may increase diltiazem levels; avoid high-fat meals with extended-release forms.
May enhance hypotensive effect; avoid excessive alcohol.
What is this Medicine Used For?
Primary clinical indications and therapeutic purpose
Hypertension, chronic stable angina, vasospastic angina, atrial fibrillation/flutter (rate control).
Known Side Effects & Cautions
Common symptoms to monitor while taking this drug
["Dizziness","Headache","Peripheral edema","Bradycardia","Constipation","Nausea","Flushing"]
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