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Diltiazem Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 28, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: 30 mg; 60 mg; 90 mg; 120 mg; 5 mg/mL; 120 mg/24 hours; 180 mg/24 hours; 240 mg/24 hours; 300 mg/24 hours; 360 mg/24 hours; 420 mg/24 hours; 100 mg; 60 mg/12 hours; 90 mg/12 hours; 120 mg/12 hours; 25 mg; 125 mg/ 125 mL-D5%; 250 mg/ 250 mL-D5%; 100 mg/ 100 mL-D5%; 100 mg/100 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 125 mg/125 mL-NaCl 0.9%; 125 mg/125 mL-NaCl 0.7%

Usual Adult Dose for Hypertension

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Use: Alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs in the treatment of hypertension

Usual Adult Dose for Atrial Fibrillation

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Continuous Infusion:

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Usual Adult Dose for Atrial Flutter

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Usual Adult Dose for Supraventricular Tachycardia

Bolus Injection:


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Usual Adult Dose for Angina Pectoris Prophylaxis

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Usual Adult Dose for Congestive Heart Failure

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Renal Dose Adjustments

Use with caution.

Liver Dose Adjustments

Use with caution.

Extended Release/LA tablets:

Dose Adjustments

The nearest equivalent total daily dosage should be used when switching between different formulations of this drug. Titration to lower/higher doses may be necessary and should be initiated as clinically indicated.

Elderly patients should start on the low end of the dosing range, taking into consideration decreased renal, hepatic, or cardiac function and of concomitant disease or other drug therapies.

Skin eruptions progressing to erythema multiforme/exfoliative dermatitis: Discontinue treatment (Immediate release tablets)

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

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Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.