• Altiazem 30mg 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
• Altiazem 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day as advised by your doctor
• Keep using this medicine even if you feel well
• If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen
• This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
• Common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, flushing, and rash
• These are usually mild and disappear after a short time
• Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away
• It may also make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert
• Drinking alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
• Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems
• Also, inform your doctor if you have very low blood pressure (hypotension), heart failure, or if you recently had a heart attack and have fluid in your lungs
• Your doctor may want to monitor your blood pressure while using it and you may need frequent blood tests
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking it.

Uses of Altiazem 30mg Tablet

• In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Altiazem 30mg Tablet works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body
• This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or kidney problems in the future
• It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective
• You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well
• Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice, even if you feel well
• In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Altiazem 30mg Tablet helps treat heart-related chest pain (angina attack) as well as prevent it from happening in the future
• However, it should not be used for acute attacks of angina
• It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels in the heart
• This makes it easier for blood to flow to the heart, so it gets more oxygen
• This medicine thus helps to increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily and confidently
• It should be taken regularly to be effective
• Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice, even if you feel well
• In Treatment of Arrhythmia Altiazem 30mg Tablet may also be used to treat abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
• It may help stop an abnormal rhythm while it is happening or prevent its occurrence in the first place.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Altiazem 30mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Is Altiazem 30mg Tablet a blood thinner?

No, Altiazem 30mg 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).

Does Altiazem 30mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Altiazem 30mg Tablet may cause weight gain but not in everybody. However, if you are gaining weight while taking Altiazem 30mg Tablet then consult your doctor or a nutritionist.

Is it better to take Altiazem 30mg Tablet in the morning or at night?

It is recommended to take Altiazem 30mg Tablet at night and before meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor and should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.

Does Altiazem 30mg Tablet affect sleep?

Altiazem 30mg Tablet may cause sleeplessness which does not affect everyone. If this persists and worries you talk to your doctor.

Who should not take Altiazem 30mg Tablet?

You should not take Altiazem 30mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, have an irregular or slow heartbeat, heart failure, and low blood pressure. It should not be given to children and women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.

What are the symptoms of overdose of Altiazem 30mg Tablet?

Symptoms of overdose of Altiazem 30mg Tablet include slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat, fainting, difficulty breathing and seizures. It may also cause dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting and increased sweating. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical services in a nearby hospital.

How long do I need to take Altiazem 30mg Tablet? Can I stop it on my own?

Your doctor will decide how long you need to take it. Do not stop it on your own or lower your dose. Suddenly stopping it may worsen angina or increase your blood pressure.

What should I avoid while taking Altiazem 30mg Tablet?

You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking Altiazem 30mg Tablet. Also, avoid driving and using heavy machinery if Altiazem 30mg Tablet causes dizziness and you experience a general feeling of being unwell. In addition to that, avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking Altiazem 30mg Tablet.

What are the serious side effects of Altiazem 30mg Tablet?

The serious side effects of Altiazem 30mg Tablet include severe allergic reaction, yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea and extreme tiredness. It may also cause unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite and pain in the stomach. One may also experience flu-like symptoms and an increase in the frequency or severity of chest pain (angina). If you experience any such symptoms immediately contact your doctor and seek medical help.

Common and Known Side effects of Altiazem 30mg Tablet

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Edema (swelling)