We work in a assisted Living, Our orders have to be exact. The med in question is
Diltiazem SR 150mg
the label on the package says
Diltiazem CD 150mg
Can you please explain the difference ?
Thank You Very Much
Rae & Krista
What is the difference between CD, SR, and ER?
Question posted by Kristaz on 8 July 2014
Last updated on 8 July 2014 by kaismama
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kaismama
8 July 2014
Let me tell you, this is a real conundrum. One absorbs more rapidly, but isn't in the blood as long as the other. In practice, its probably not enough of a real difference to worry about. The CD is in the blood stream faster by the way. I would make sure the order says what the label on the pills supplied from the pharmacy.
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