can it be taken more then once a day if blood pressure is still high?
2007-03-16 08:51:06 · 3 answers · asked by Ruth S 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
If you are taking the diltiazem only once a day, then you likely have an extended release formulation (such as Cardizem CD). The FDA's maximum approved dose is 480mg a day, so you COULD take it twice a day or, to make it even easier, just take two pills once a day. BUT, you should NEVER INCREASE YOUR DOSE OF MEDICINES WITHOUT CONSULTING WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST! All medicines have the potential to cause as much harm as good, and if you take too much diltiazem, you can cause low blood pressure or heart block, both of which can lead to dizziness or fainting or, at the very worst, death!
2007-03-16 09:10:11 · answer #1 · answered by Just the Facts, Ma'am 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Diltiazem 240 is long acting (CD). It is usually taken once a day . Check your prescription and see your doctor if it is not controlling your blood pressure. This drug also slows your hear beat so be careful and only take as prescribed or you will end up with heart block and a pacemaker.There are other drugs that can be added such as ace inhibitors to help control BP too.
2007-03-16 18:44:00 · answer #2 · answered by yudavilla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IT CAN BE PRESCRIBED 2 TIMES A DAY BUT BE CAREFUL IT DOES CAUSE FLUID RETENTION
2007-03-16 17:40:08 · answer #3 · answered by Swm 39 4 Younger Swf Forever 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋