Taztia XT
Taztia XT is an extended-release formulation of diltiazem hydrochloride, which is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels, lowering blood pressure, and reducing the workload on the heart to prevent chest pain.
Dosage by Body Weight
Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or open the extended-release capsule. Usually taken once daily, often in the morning, with or without food. Dosage must be individualized, starting typically at 120 mg to 240 mg once daily, and adjusted up to 480 mg daily if needed under medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | Not applicable | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
Formulation
Purpose
To treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to manage chronic stable angina (chest pain).
Generic Name
Diltiazem HydrochlorideScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.