Cardizem LA Dosage
Generic name: DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE 120mg
Dosage form: tablet, extended release
Drug classes: Calcium channel blockers, Group IV antiarrhythmics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 1, 2025.
Take CARDIZEM LA once a day at approximately the same time. Do not chew or crush the tablet.
Hypertension
Initiate dosing at 180 to 240 mg once daily, although some patients may respond to lower doses. Titrate according to blood pressure to a maximum of 540 mg daily. Maximum antihypertensive effect is usually observed by 14 days of chronic therapy.
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