Diltiazem Hcl Er Beads Coupons & Prices

Looking for a diltiazem HCl ER beads coupon? You are in the right place. Diltiazem hydrochloride extended-release capsules (the once-daily "coated bead" formulation) are a widely used generic calcium channel blocker for high blood pressure and chronic stable angina, and because it is generic, the cash price is already far lower than most brand-name heart medicines. Even so, what you pay can vary a lot from one pharmacy to the next, so it pays to compare. Enter your ZIP code above to see today's diltiazem HCl ER price at pharmacies near you and pull up a free Rx.com discount coupon you can use at the counter.

What is diltiazem HCl ER beads and how does it work?

Diltiazem is a non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (a benzothiazepine that slows the influx of calcium ions through the heart's slow channels). It relaxes and widens blood vessels and eases the workload on the heart. It is FDA-approved to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), on its own or alongside other blood pressure medicines, and to treat chronic stable angina (angina pectoris). Doctors also commonly use it off-label to help control heart rate in atrial fibrillation and other fast rhythms.

The "ER beads" or "coated beads" name refers to the once-daily extended-release capsule dosage form, which comes in 120, 180, 240, 300, 360, and 420 mg strengths. Each capsule holds tiny controlled-release beads that let the medicine absorb slowly over the day, so the capsules must be swallowed whole. This is the same medicine sold under brand names such as Cardizem CD, Cartia XT, Dilt-CD, Dilacor XR, Tiadylt ER, and Tiazac.

Diltiazem HCl ER cost and savings without insurance

Diltiazem is available as a generic, which is the single biggest reason it is affordable. Generic diltiazem ER is one of the lower-cost long-term heart medicines, but the exact cash price still swings widely between pharmacies in the same town, sometimes by a surprising amount for the identical capsule. That is why comparing before you fill matters, especially if you are paying out of pocket or have a high-deductible plan.

Rx.com compares live cash prices across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies so you can see who is cheapest near you today. Enter your ZIP above to view current prices and print or show a free discount coupon at the pharmacy counter. There is no manufacturer copay card for generic diltiazem, but the Rx.com coupon is free to use and does not require insurance. This is general cost information, not medical advice.

Diltiazem alternatives and related medicines

If you are comparing options, it helps to know how diltiazem fits among similar drugs. Diltiazem ER capsules are the same underlying medicine as the brand Cardizem and its extended-release versions like Cartia XT; you can also compare the base generic listing for diltiazem. Another non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker in the same family is verapamil.

• Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker often used for blood pressure and angina, but it works mainly on blood vessels and does not slow heart rate the way diltiazem can.
• Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used for similar heart conditions; combining a beta-blocker with diltiazem can add up to more slowing of the heart, so that pairing needs a doctor's oversight.

Which medicine is right for you depends on your condition, other prescriptions, and your health history. Talk with your prescriber before switching or comparing therapies.

Important safety information

Diltiazem has no boxed warning, but it is not right for everyone. It should not be used by people with sick sinus syndrome or second- or third-degree AV heart block (unless a working pacemaker is in place), severe low blood pressure (systolic under 90 mmHg), a recent heart attack with fluid in the lungs, or a known allergy to it. Because it slows the heart, it can cause a slow heartbeat, AV block, low blood pressure, and may bring on or worsen heart failure. Do not chew, crush, or open the extended-release capsules or beads, as this can release too much medicine at once.

Diltiazem is a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor and interacts with many drugs, including certain statins, some benzodiazepines, and cyclosporine, and extra caution is needed with beta-blockers and in liver or kidney impairment. Skin reactions such as rash, and rarely more serious ones, can occur. This is a summary, not a complete list. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about every medicine and supplement you take, and do not stop or change your dose without medical advice.