Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg is a prescription medicine widely used for the management of high blood pressure (hypertension), chronic stable angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders. It belongs to the class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers (CCBs), which help relax blood vessels, improve blood flow, reduce the workload on the heart, and regulate abnormal heart rhythms.

DILTITAB 30 (15's Blister), marketed by Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd, contains Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg in an enteric-coated delayed-release tablet formulation. Manufactured under WHO-GMP certified quality standards, this medicine is intended for use only under the supervision of a registered medical practitioner.

If your doctor has prescribed Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg, understanding its uses, dosage, benefits, precautions, and possible side effects can help ensure safe and effective treatment.

What is Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg?

Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg is a calcium channel blocker that reduces the movement of calcium into the heart muscle and blood vessel walls. This action helps blood vessels relax, improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, and decreases the workload on the heart.

Doctors prescribe Diltiazem to treat cardiovascular conditions where improved blood flow and controlled heart rate are essential. It may be used alone or in combination with other heart medications depending on the patient's condition.

Uses of Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg

Your doctor may prescribe Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg for:

• Treatment of high blood pressure (Hypertension)
• Prevention and treatment of chronic stable angina
• Vasospastic (Prinzmetal's) angina
• Certain heart rhythm disorders
• Rate control in atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter (in selected patients)
• Long-term cardiovascular management under medical supervision

The medicine should always be taken according to your doctor's instructions.

Benefits of Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg

When taken as prescribed, Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg offers several cardiovascular benefits:

• Helps lower elevated blood pressure
• Reduces the frequency of angina attacks
• Improves blood flow to the heart muscle
• Helps control certain abnormal heart rhythms
• Reduces strain on the heart
• Improves exercise tolerance in patients with angina
• Supports long-term cardiovascular health

Maintaining controlled blood pressure also helps reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney complications.

How Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg Works

Diltiazem works by blocking calcium channels in the heart and blood vessel walls.

Its actions include:

• Relaxing blood vessels
• Reducing blood pressure
• Increasing oxygen supply to the heart
• Slowing electrical conduction through the heart
• Helping maintain a regular heart rhythm
• Reducing the heart's workload

These combined effects improve cardiovascular function while reducing symptoms associated with hypertension and angina.

Dosage and Administration

Always take Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

General recommendations include:

• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet unless instructed.
• Take the medicine at the same time every day.
• It may be taken with or without food, depending on your doctor's advice.
• Continue treatment even if you feel well unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Never change your dosage without consulting your physician.

Who Can Use Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg?

Doctors commonly prescribe this medicine for adults diagnosed with:

• High blood pressure
• Chronic stable angina
• Coronary artery disease
• Certain supraventricular arrhythmias
• Atrial fibrillation requiring heart rate control (selected patients)

Treatment should be individualized based on medical history, blood pressure, and overall cardiovascular health.

Possible Side Effects

Like all prescription medicines, Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg may cause side effects.

Common side effects include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Flushing
• Swelling of ankles or feet (peripheral edema)

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Severe dizziness
• Fainting
• Difficulty breathing
• Slow heartbeat
• Chest pain that worsens
• Allergic reactions
• Severe skin rash

Always inform your healthcare provider if side effects persist or become severe.

Precautions Before Taking Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg

Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have:

• Low blood pressure
• Heart failure
• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• Slow heartbeat
• Heart block
• Recent heart attack
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Allergy to Diltiazem

Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be recommended during treatment.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including herbal supplements.

Potential interactions include:

• Beta-blockers
• Digoxin
• Statins
• Antiarrhythmic medicines
• Other blood pressure medicines
• Certain antibiotics
• Antifungal medicines
• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice (may increase Diltiazem levels)

Never start or stop any medicine without your doctor's advice.

Storage Instructions

Store DILTITAB 30 tablets:

• Below 25°C
• In a cool, dry place
• Away from direct sunlight
• In the original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children

Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Why Choose DILTITAB 30?

DILTITAB 30, marketed by Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd, is manufactured under strict pharmaceutical quality standards.

Key advantages include:

• WHO-GMP certified manufacturing
• High-quality Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg formulation
• Reliable cardiovascular therapy
• Quality-controlled manufacturing process
• Convenient strip of 10 tablets
• Prescription-only medicine for safe treatment

Who Should Not Take Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg?

This medicine may not be suitable for patients with:

• Severe low blood pressure
• Certain heart conduction disorders without a pacemaker
• Cardiogenic shock
• Severe heart failure (unless advised by a specialist)
• Allergy to Diltiazem

Your doctor will determine whether this medicine is appropriate based on your medical condition.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. What is Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg used for?

Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg is used to treat high blood pressure, chronic stable angina, and certain abnormal heart rhythms.

2. How does Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg work?

It relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, improves blood flow to the heart, and helps regulate heart rhythm by blocking calcium entry into heart and blood vessel cells.

3. Can Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg be taken every day?

Yes. It is usually prescribed as a daily medicine. Always take it exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.

4. Should Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg be taken with food?

It may be taken with or without food, depending on your doctor's instructions. Take it consistently the same way each day.

5. What are the common side effects of Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg?

Common side effects include headache, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, constipation, flushing, and ankle swelling.

6. Can Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg lower blood pressure?

Yes. It relaxes blood vessels, which helps reduce high blood pressure and improve circulation.

7. Does Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg control heart rate?

Yes. It may help control heart rate in certain heart rhythm disorders when prescribed by a doctor.

8. Can I stop taking Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg suddenly?

No. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your condition may worsen.

9. Does Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg interact with other medicines?

Yes. It may interact with beta-blockers, Digoxin, statins, antiarrhythmic medicines, and certain antibiotics. Inform your doctor about all medicines you use.

10. Is DILTITAB 30 available without a prescription?

No. DILTITAB 30 (Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg) is a prescription-only medicine and should only be used under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional.

Product Information

Product Details	Information
Brand Name	DILTITAB 30 (15's Blister)
Composition Name	Diltiazem Hydrochloride 30 mg
Formulation	Enteric-coated Delayed-release Tablet
Pack Size	Strip of 10 Tablets
Marketed By	Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Regulatory Standard	WHO-GMP Certified
Schedule	Valid Prescription Required (Prescription Only)