DILTIAZEM hydrochloride, 25mg, powder, vial
Valid Article
DILTIAZEM hydrochloride
- Not in the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2025
Therapeutic Action
Calcium-channel blocker, antiarrhythmic
Indications
Rapid conversion to a normal sinus rhythm of paroxysmal supraventricular
tachycardias (SVT)
Verapamil is preferred for the same indication
Instructions for use
Reconstitute the powder vial with water for injection.
Must be given as direct IV injection or IV infusion in 5% dextrose or 0.9% NaCl.
Administer only in hospital settings with monitoring and cardiorespiratory resuscitation equipment available for immediate use.
During administration, continuous ECG monitoring is necessary due to the risk of fatal arrhythmias.
Verapamil or adenosine may be used as alternative in case of supply constraints.
Contact your OC anaesthetist advisor for more details on posology.
Precautions for Use
Do not administer in children.
- Contraindicated in severe hypotension, heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and WPW syndrome with atrial fibrillation.
- Do not combine with beta‑blockers due to risk of severe bradycardia or heart block.
Storage
- Below 25ºC
- After opening/reconstitution/dilution, use the product immediately.