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Please read this
information carefully. It does not replace your doctor's or pharmacist's advice.
They may have given you different instructions for your particular health
condition. Be sure to follow their advice. If you have any questions, talk to
your doctor or pharmacist.
Before you take TIAZAC® you should tell your doctor the
following:
- If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- If you are breast-feeding.
- About all health problems your have or have had in the
past.
- About all medicines you take including ones you can buy without
a prescription.
- If you visit more than one doctor, make sure each knows about
all the medicines you are taking.
- If you are allergic to non-medicinal substances like food
products, preservatives or dyes, which may be present in TIAZAC® capsules (see
TIAZAC® ingredients).
- If you have ever had a bad, unusual or allergic reaction to any
drug containing diltiazem in the past.
TIAZAC® Ingredients: diltiazem, eudragit,
microcystalline cellulose, sucrose stearate, polyacrylate dispersion (30%),
povidone, talc, magnesium stearate, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, titanium
dioxide, polysorbate, simethicone, gelatin, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red
No. 40, D&C Red No. 28, FD&C Green No. 3, black iron oxide.
How To Take TIAZAC®: Take TIAZAC® exactly
as your doctor tells you. Do not miss doses or take extra doses, unless your
doctor tells you. If you are not clear about the direction, ask your doctor or
pharmacist.
- TIAZAC® is taken once daily.
- It is important to take TIAZAC® at about the same time every
day.
- If you miss a dose, check with your doctor or pharmacist to see
what you should do.
- Capsules are not to be chewed or crushed.
Side Effects : TIAZAC®, like any medication, may have
some side effects. It is important that you keep your doctor informed of all
side effects especially if you experience one of the following for more than a
week. The most common side effects are: headache, dizziness, peripheral edema
(swelling of the ankles), nausea (feeling like vomiting), flushing or feeling
unusually warm, a racing heartbeat and unusual tiredness.
Discuss how you feel while taking TIAZAC®, with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not stop or restart TIAZAC® on your own.
Some precautions you should take:
- Keep TIAZAC® out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not give TIAZAC® to other patients because it may not be
suitable for them.
- Read your prescription label carefully. Consult your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions.
Storage: This drug should be stored at room temperature
(15-30°C) away from moisture.
If you have additional questions about this product, please feel free to
contact our Medical Information department toll free at (866)-825-8120 or via
e-mail at MedInfo@Biovail.com.
Product information on this page is intended for
residents of Canada only. Residents of the U.S. should return to the User Profile Selection page and select
accordingly.
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