Dosage
Both an oral tablet and an oral solution are available for Cardizem. Typically, it is taken once or twice a day. Three strengths of the oral tablet are available: 30 mg, 60 mg, and 90 mg. There are two strengths available for the oral solution: 10 mg/mL and 40 mg/mL.
Cardizem is typically started at a dose of 30 mg once daily. If necessary, your doctor may raise your dose to 60 mg or 90 mg once daily. If you have a condition like liver disease, they might also prescribe you a lower dose of 10 mg once daily.
The recommended starting dose for the oral solution is 10 mg/mL once daily. If necessary, your doctor may raise your dose to 40 mg/mL once daily.
Adults typically take 180–240 mg per day, divided into two doses, for high blood pressure. The typical adult dose for chest pain is 120–180 mg per day, given in divided doses.
Your doctor might begin you on a low dose and then gradually increase it in order to lower your risk of side effects. Carefully follow these instructions.
For 4 to 8 weeks, cardizem is typically taken. Your physician may advise that you continue taking Cardizem for up to 12 months if you are taking it for chest pain.
If you are taking Cardizem for high blood pressure, your doctor may advise you to keep doing so even after your readings have dropped. This prevents the re-increasing of your blood pressure.
Your doctor might advise that you continue taking Cardizem for the rest of your life if you're taking it for both high blood pressure and chest pain.
You can take Cardizem with or without food. If you take Cardizem more than once per day, space your doses out evenly.
Take your missed Cardizem dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose and carry on with your regular schedule if it is almost time for your next dose. Never take two Cardizem doses at the same time.
