Diltiazem for High Blood Pressure User Reviews (Page 3)
Brand names: Cardizem, Cartia XT, Dilt-XR, Cardizem CD, Diltiazem Hydrochloride CD, Diltiazem Hydrochloride XR, Tiadylt ER, Tiazac, Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR, Diltia XT, Matzim LA, Dilacor XR, Cardizem LA, Taztia XT Diltzac …show all brand names
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- Mar...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- January 11, 2023
Diltiazem "I was on a beta blocker for high blood pressure. After chemo, I developed right ventricular outflow tachycardia. After heart ablation, they switched me to 240 mg Cardizem ext rel. I have been on it since 2015. I was not overweight, in decent shape, 50ish. Went for a hike and my ankles swelled. The last few years on it, I have developed lots of spider veins in my legs. It seems to work decently keeping my blood pressure down and heart arrhythmia in check, but I am concerned with what this is doing to me long term. I would like to get off it."
- Anonymous
- January 5, 2009
Diltiazem "Excellent treatment for high blood pressure. Been taking for over 15 years with excellent results."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 16, 2014
"Dropped the blood pressure from 150/110 to 90/60 in 4 days, but the fatigue, constipation, and just an unwell feeling have made me stop this medicine."
- Nan...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- October 8, 2019
Diltiazem "I could smell a strong odor when I opened the container. It is very off-putting. I have taken it a while, and my stomach is always upset. I think it does not agree with me."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Cas...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 16, 2018
Diltiazem "Not really sure if this drug is for me. My blood pressure is still not normal, and neither is my heart rate. It more likely raises it. Also, occasional skipped beat feeling."
- Peg...
- February 14, 2010
"I just started 240 mg for high blood pressure/high heart rate. Although I felt fine, my legs and feet swelled up. Talk about major fluid retention!"
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 20, 2013
Diltiazem "I've been on it for 6 months, and the constant diarrhea and nausea are getting to me. I need to call my doctor to find an alternative."
- IGy...
- September 9, 2009
"Leaves me feeling as if I am in a fog, very lightheaded and confused."
- Rud...
- May 24, 2009
Diltiazem "I switched to Cardizem from Toprol-XL. Cardizem tires me for about 3 hours, then I'm good."
- Bob...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- March 2, 2019
Diltiazem "Take 180 once in the morning and the same at night - works for BP and heartbeat. It’s a two-and-one drug for me."
- scs...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- January 25, 2021
Diltiazem "It worked perfectly well for around two years, but then it began giving me very severe side effects: GERD and right shoulder pain. Sadly, have to say goodbye to diltiazem."
- Jua...
- March 25, 2021
"I tried for a couple of months, not for me. I couldn’t handle all the side effects: nausea, double vision, extreme fatigue... I couldn’t wait for my cardiologist to remove it from my counter."
- Anonymous
- March 1, 2012
Diltiazem "My dad takes this one. My whole family has problems with the horrible side effects of blood pressure medicines. My dad is very picky and tolerates this one well."
- old...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- October 15, 2015
Diltiazem "Occasional dizziness, but drug works."
- Anonymous
- October 1, 2008
"I've recently started it to lower excessive blood pressure. It does that. I feel more comfortable and relaxed, too. However, it does bring on light headaches sometimes."
- Ju ...
- May 6, 2021
"Worst medicine I have ever taken. I dealt with the side effects for 2 months without saying I never got my blood pressure to the normal level. I wonder why the doctor prescribed it to me."
- Mis...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- August 20, 2021
"Tired and weak, hair loss, itching that's driving me crazy. I'm sick and tired of the side effects that my doctors didn't tell me about."
- Jti...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- May 27, 2020
Diltiazem "It took a few days, but I really love this medication."
- tam...
- November 10, 2009
"This medication, diltiazem 24-hour release capsule, makes me feel very light, as if I had sinus pain."
- tha...
- September 9, 2009
Diltiazem "I have 7 kids, and I'm only 28. I was on life support, and when I came to, I found out that my pressure had dropped. Now I'm on Diltiazem 120 mg once a day, and it's working great for me."
- C s...
- November 7, 2016
"Have felt better, especially when dosage increased to 180 mg pills once a day. They appear to give me a better appetite."
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Diltiazem "My mother was in and out of the ER for high BP. The situation was a nightmare. She was on Diovan, and that gave her kidney stones 5 times until they figured out it was her medication. They gave her Allopurinol. This is a horrible drug and used for gout and stops kidney stones from forming. Oh, did I mention the aspirin for 10 years that gave her ulcers? As a result of the Allopurinol, we now have acid reflux. Please be aware that acid reflux will affect your BP! They gave her so many over-the-counter and prescription antacids that did not work. She is taking the liquid form of Maalox 15 minutes before eating and at bedtime. Oh, what a relief! The BP came down, and she is now stable. Please watch for BP meds with water pills, as kidney stones can form. Check to see if you really need aspirin every day, and stay away from Allopurinol unless you have gout and need it. I think preventative drugs sometimes do more harm than good. We are trying to figure out if she should stay on Avapro or Diltiazem."