Diltiazem Hcl Er Coated Beads Coupons & Prices

Looking for a diltiazem HCl ER (coated beads) coupon? Diltiazem hydrochloride extended-release capsules are the once-daily generic form of a widely used blood-pressure and angina medicine, and because they are generic they are usually already low-cost. Even so, the cash price can swing a lot from one pharmacy to the next, so comparing before you fill is worth it. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and a free Rx.com discount coupon accepted at more than 60,000 pharmacies nationwide.

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

Diltiazem hydrochloride extended-release (coated beads) capsule is a non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker in the benzothiazepine group. It is FDA-approved to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and chronic stable angina, including angina caused by coronary artery spasm. The once-daily capsule works by relaxing your blood vessels and slowing the heart, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's workload.

The "coated beads" inside the capsule release the medicine slowly over the day, which is why it is taken once daily rather than several times a day. Diltiazem is also very commonly used off-label to help control heart rate in atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and other fast heart rhythms; your provider decides whether it is right for your situation.

Diltiazem cost without insurance and how to save

Diltiazem is available as an FDA-approved generic, so it is typically one of the more affordable blood-pressure medicines. But "affordable" does not mean the price is the same everywhere. Cash prices for the exact same capsule can vary widely from pharmacy to pharmacy, even within the same town, which is exactly why comparing matters.

Rx.com compares prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies and gives you a free discount coupon you can use whether or not you have insurance. There is no manufacturer copay card for generic diltiazem, so a cash discount coupon is usually your best tool. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you and print or text yourself the coupon.

Related medicines and alternatives

Diltiazem comes in several extended-release formulations, and the branded versions of these capsules include Cardizem CD, Cartia XT, Dilt-CD, Diltzac, and related products such as Dilacor XR. The generic coated-beads capsule is designed as a substitutable equivalent to these once-daily ER products.

• Diltiazem HCl ER and diltiazem HCl (other diltiazem formulations)
• Cardizem CD and Cartia XT (brand-name once-daily ER versions)
• Verapamil (another non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker)
• Amlodipine (a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker)

These are not interchangeable choices for everyone. Talk with your provider before switching; this page is for price comparison, not medical advice.

Safety, warnings, and how to take it

Diltiazem ER has no FDA boxed warning. Swallow the capsule whole and do not crush or chew it, because that would release the coated beads too fast. It should not be used if you have sick sinus syndrome or second- or third-degree AV block (unless you have a working pacemaker), very low blood pressure, or an acute heart attack with fluid in the lungs, and it is not combined with intravenous beta-blockers. It can cause a slow heart rate, AV block, low blood pressure, and can worsen heart failure.

Rare liver injury and serious skin reactions have been reported. Diltiazem also has many drug interactions through the liver enzyme CYP3A4, including with certain statins such as simvastatin and lovastatin, cyclosporine, and some beta-blockers. Tell your provider and pharmacist about every medicine you take. This is general information, not medical advice, so follow your provider's instructions.