Who Can And Cannot Take Diltiazem

Who can take diltiazem

Most adults and children aged 12 years old and over can take diltiazem.

Who may not be able to take diltiazem

Diltiazem is not suitable for some people.

To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to diltiazem or any other medicine
are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding
have liver disease or kidney disease
have heart failure or problems with your heartbeat
have a condition that causes food to move slower than usual through your body
have a rare inherited condition called porphyria

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