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Channel 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Channel 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Channel 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Channel 20mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Alternative method of infant feeding should be considered.
Alternative method of infant feeding should be considered.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Channel 20mg Tablet
Diltiazem(20mg)
Channel tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain) and Arrhythmia.
How channel tablet works
Channel 20mg Tablet is used to treat angina (heart-related chest pain), high blood pressure, and some types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia). It is known as a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. This helps to reduce the workload of the heart.
Common side effects of channel tablet
Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Palpitations, Rash, Slow heart rate, Weakness, Edema (swelling), Hypotension (low blood pressure), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Allergic reaction in eye, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Atrioventricular block, Abnormal dreams, Petechiae (red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin), Photosensitivity, Dryness in mouth, Breathlessness, Nosebleeds
SUBSTITUTES FOR Channel Tablet
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Channel Tablet
- Diltiazem slows down the heartbeat and allows the blood vessels in the body to relax.
- This helps prevent angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease), certain abnormal heart rhythms, stroke and heart attack.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Diltiazem as it may make the side effects worse.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Frequently asked questions FOR Channel 20mg Tablet
Diltiazem
Q. Is Channel 20mg Tablet a blood thinner?
No, Channel 20mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the calcium channel blocker class of medicines. It is used to treat hypertension, arrhythmias and angina (chest pain caused by a reduction of oxygen to the heart muscle).
Q. Does Channel 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Channel 20mg Tablet may cause weight gain but not in everybody. However, if you are gaining weight while taking Channel 20mg Tablet then consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
Q. Is it better to take Channel 20mg Tablet in the morning or at night?
It is recommended to take Channel 20mg Tablet at night and before meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor and should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.