What drugs are contraindicated with diltiazem?
What drugs are contraindicated with diltiazem?
Examples of affected drugs include aprepitant/fosaprepitant, asunaprevir, buspirone, colchicine, flibanserin, ivabradine, lomitapide, certain benzodiazepines (triazolam, midazolam), among others. Some products have ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood pressure.
Is Cardizem and amiodarone IV compatibility?
The use of amiodarone with dilTIAZem may have additive effects when taken together. While this combination may be useful in some situations contact your doctor if you have a reduced heart rate, dizziness, fainting, or headaches.
Is Cardizem compatible with heparin?
Diltiazem hydrochloride at concentrations of 5 mg/mL is not physically compatible with heparin sodium 100 units/mL.
What is a substitute for Cardizem?
Cardizem Alternatives Compared
| Cardizem diltiazem | Isosorbide mononitrate |
|---|---|
| Other diltiazem brands include: Cardizem CD, Cardizem LA, Cartia XT, Dilacor XR, Dilt-XR, Diltia XT, Diltiazem Hydrochloride CD, Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR, Diltiazem Hydrochloride XR, Diltzac, Matzim LA, Taztia XT, Tiadylt ER, Tiazac View more | N/A |
Can I take diltiazem with eliquis?
DilTIAZem may increase the blood levels of apixaban, which may result in a higher risk of bleeding complications. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications.
Can diltiazem and metoprolol be taken together?
Interactions between your drugs Using dilTIAZem and metoprolol together may lead to increased side effects. This can cause fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat.
What is Y-site IV?
A y-site is an injection port on the side of an IV line. Tests for admixture compatibility involve combining test masses of the two drugs in various test diluents (normal saline(NS), ringers(R), lactated ringers (LR), 5% dextrose lactated ringers (D5LR), etc)
Which drug is incompatible with heparin?
Digitalis, tetracyclines, nicotine, antihistamines or I.V. nitroglycerin may partially counteract the anticoagulant action of heparin sodium.
Is Cardizem compatible with vancomycin?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Cardizem Monovial and vancomycin. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Is diltiazem and Cardizem the same?
How diltiazem (Cardizem) works. Diltiazem (Cardizem) is a calcium channel blocker that slows your heart rate and relaxes your blood vessels.
Does Cardizem interact with beta-blockers or digitalis?
Pharmacologic studies indicate that there may be additive effects in prolonging AV conduction when using beta-blockers or digitalis concomitantly with Cardizem (see WARNINGS ). As with all drugs, care should be exercised when treating patients with multiple medications.
What should I monitor while taking Cardizem CD?
Extended-release capsules (Cardizem CD, Tiazac, Cartia XT, Taztia XT): 120 mg, 180 mg, 240 mg, 300 mg, 360 mg, 420 mg Monitor BP and pulse prior to therapy, during dose titration, and periodically during therapy. Monitor ECG periodically during prolonged therapy. May cause prolonged PR interval.
What are the side effects of Cardizem in patients with impaired ventricular function?
Experience with the use of Cardizem alone or in combination with beta-blockers in patients with impaired ventricular function is very limited. Caution should be exercised when using the drug in such patients. 3. Hypotension: Decreases in blood pressure associated with Cardizem therapy may occasionally result in symptomatic hypotension. 4.
What is the difference between Cardizem 90 and 120 mg?
Cardizem 90 mg scored tablets are supplied in bottles of 100 (NDC 0187-0791-47). Each green, oblong tablet is engraved with Cardizem on one side and 90 mg on the other. Cardizem 120 mg scored tablets are supplied in bottles of 100 (NDC 0187-0792-47).
