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Cardizem is a calcium ion inhibitor. The side effects of this drug include rash, swelling in the hands and feet, trouble breathing, slow heartbeat, and upper stomach pain.
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What is antidote for cardizem?
Cardizem is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium is given to reverse hypotension and improve cardiac conduction defects.
What is a cardizem drip used for?
tachycardia
Is it safe to take Cardizem and Zoloft together?
Yes it is safe to take Cardizem(Diltiazem) and Zoloft(sertraline) together. There are no known interactions between the drugs.
Can you overdose on cardizem?
Definitely! It causes hypotension and could cause heart faliure. An overdose could be fatal!
Can you take Aspirin and Lipitor together?
CAN YOU TAKE LIPITOR AND CARDIZEM TOGETHER?
Are Tiazac and Dilacor the same drug?
Tiazac, dilacor and cardizem are all Diltazem Hcl. They are calcium channel blockers, used to treat high blood pressure and angina.
Is it safe to convert from cardizem to toprol?
When you switch from one to the other, the two drugs will both be in your system and can interact, causing an increase in side effects. You should discuss those side effects with your doctor and be aware of the things to watch for during the transition.
What are the names of some commonly used calcium channel blockers?
Some commonly used calcium channel blockers include amlopidine (Norvasc), diltiazem (Cardizem), isradipine (DynaCirc), nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), nicardipine (Cardene), and verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, Verelan).
What is the medication to control irregularities of the heartbeat?
Medication for the control of irregular heart beat will depend on the cause and type of irregular herat beat. There are many causes and types of irregular heart beat. Here are a few aproaches that may be used; Oxygen (a lack of oxygen may cause irregular herat beat) Potassium supplement Magnesium supplements Amiodarone Digoxin Lidocaine Verapamil Cardizem Metoprolol As you can see, the list of medication is long. This is just a partial list. The most important thing is to investigate the cause of the irregular heart beeat
What is the antidote for nifedipine?
Emergent treatment for reversing effects of Calcium Channel Blockers such as Diltiazem (make sure you look up to verify but the following is my understanding) Can give Calcium gluconate or Chloride with some effect Also Glucagon and Inamrinone have been noted to have good results along with vasopressors for adequate resuscitation and should be started early if hypotension occurs. In Addition to : Airway protection, gastric lavage, and activated charcoal.
My question is can I find something over the counter that will help my high blood pressure?
There are many over the counter pills to lower blood pressure. To see what ones are available to you you should check at your local pharmecy. Many times there are generic types of prescription brands, you can get over the counter.
Is Clonidine a good medication for hard to control BP Has tried every class of BP meds nothing seems to work. I just get sicker with all these side effects.?
Many individuals have resistant hypertension and must take 3-5 medications to adequately control their blood pressure. Clonidine is often added to other first-line agents and has a good record of controlling BP in these people. Keep in mind that timing when you take these meds may help with the side effects, as spacing them throughout the day if only a daily dosage. For instance, you could take Altace once daily in the morning, and Cardizem-CD at bedtime.
