Dilzem is used alone or together with other medicines to treat angina severe chest pain or hypertension high blood pressure High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries If it continues for a long time the heart and arteries may not function properly This can damage the blood vessels of the brain heart and kidneys resulting in a stroke heart failure or kidney failure High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled Dilzem is a calcium channel blocker It works by affecting the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels As a result Dilzem relaxes the blood vessels and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload

Do not take Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s if you are allergic to any of its contents Talk to your doctor if you have heart kidney or liver problems Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s may sometimes cause a decrease in heart rate especially in people with pre existing heart conditions People with low blood pressure hypotension lung fluid buildup pulmonary oedema liver disease and other heart problems like heart failure slow heart rate heart blockage should avoid taking Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s and should take advice from a doctor Avoid taking Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding talk to your doctor he she may prescribe you with alternate medicine Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established Taking Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s increases the chance of getting a sunburn To avoid this apply a sun protectant while going outside Regular monitoring of blood pressure electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking Dilzem SR Tablet 15 s