Country: Ireland
Language: English
Source: HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority)
DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE
LTT Pharma Limited
240 Milligram
Prolonged Release Capsules
2010-11-12
License Summary of Product Characteristics 1 NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT Dilzem XL 240mg Prolonged-release Hard Capsules 2 QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION Each Dilzem XL 240mg capsule contains diltiazem hydrochloride 240mg. Excipients: Each capsule contains sucrose. For a full list of excipients, see section 6.1 3 PHARMACEUTICAL FORM Prolonged-release capsules, hard Product imported from Germany White, hard gelatin capsules, printed with ‘D240 mg’ and containing roughly spherical white to off-white beads. 4 CLINICAL PARTICULARS 4.1 Therapeutic Indications Prophylaxis and treatment of angina pectoris. Treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. 4.2 Posology and method of administration Oral use only. Adults: Hypertension: The usual initial dose is one 180mg capsule per day (corresponding to 180mg of diltiazem hydrochloride). Depending upon clinical response the patient’s dosage may be increased stepwise to 360mg/day if required. Angina Pectoris: The usual initial dose is one 180mg capsule per day (corresponding to 180mg of diltiazem hydrochloride once daily). Depending upon clinical response the patient’s dosage may be increased stepwise to 360mg/day if required. Elderly patients and those with renal or hepatic impairment: Dosage should commence at& Read the complete document