the medication dilacor
The blood pressure medication Dilacor XR is prescribed for high blood pressure and to prevent angina, the chest pain associated with poor blood flow to the heart. Also known by the generic name, diltiazem, Dilacor XR is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes the blood vessels for better blood flow.
What is Dilacor XR (diltiazem)? Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels. Diltiazem is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders. Diltiazem may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
(Redirected from Dilacor xr) Diltiazem (INN) (/dÉªlËtaÉªÉzÉm/) is a nondihydropyridine (non-DHP) calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia.
How to use Dilacor XR. Take this medication by mouth without food, usually once daily before breakfast or as directed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules whole. Do not crush or chew the capsules. Doing so can release all of the drug at once and may increase your risk of side effects.