DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL. Please consult your doctor.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.

- Breast feeding : CAUTION

DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.

- Driving : UNSAFE

DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.

- Liver : CAUTION

DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL, 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.

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Chemical Class :: Benzothiazepine derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC
Action Class :: Calcium channel blockers- Nondihydropyridines

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)|Treatment of Arrhythmia

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Q. Is DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL a blood thinner?::: No, DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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 DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL cause weight gain?::: Yes, DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may cause weight gain but not in everybody. However, if you are gaining weight while taking DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL then consult your doctor or a nutritionist.| Q. Is it better to take DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL in the morning or at night?::: It is recommended to take DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL at night and before meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor and should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.| Q. Does DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL affect sleep?::: DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL may cause sleeplessness which does not affect everyone. If this persists and worries you talk to your doctor.| Q. Who should not take DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL?::: You should not take DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.| Q. What are the symptoms of overdose of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL?::: Symptoms of overdose of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.| Q. How long do I need to take DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL? 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.| Q. What should I avoid while taking DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL?::: You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL. Also, avoid driving and using heavy machinery if DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL causes dizziness and you experience a general feeling of being unwell. In addition to that, avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL.| Q. What are the serious side effects of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL?::: The serious side effects of DILGARD 180MG TABLET XL 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.

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