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Can Metoprolol Be Taken Along With Diltiazem?

Can metoprolol be taken with diltiazem in the same day but at different times. My doctor has prescribed it and I take metoprolol 50 mg twice a day. The diltiazem is 120 once a day. I m scared to take because of interactions and I am very very sensitive to medications anyway.
Wed, 17 Aug 2016
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Using metoprolol and diltiazem together may lead to increased side effects. This can cause fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, decreased heartbeat/A – V block, or irregular heartbeat. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more frequently to safely use both medicines. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor. However if for any reason it becomes essential to use such combination, frequent monitoring of cardiac rhythm and cardiac contractility (by echocardiography) is advisable especially if baseline LV function is subnormal.
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Can Metoprolol Be Taken Along With Diltiazem?

Using metoprolol and diltiazem together may lead to increased side effects. This can cause fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, decreased heartbeat/A – V block, or irregular heartbeat. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more frequently to safely use both medicines. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor. However if for any reason it becomes essential to use such combination, frequent monitoring of cardiac rhythm and cardiac contractility (by echocardiography) is advisable especially if baseline LV function is subnormal. Thanks