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What is Tiazac and why is it prescribed? Tiazac is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chronic stable angina. Tiazac may be taken alone or combined with other blood pressure medications. If you are taking Tiazac for high blood pressure, remember that it does not cure the problem, it merely controls it. If you are taking Tiazac for angina, do not stop suddenly. This can lead to an increase in your attacks. How should you take Tiazac? Follow your doctors directions for taking Tiazac. Tiazac capsules may be swallowed whole or opened and sprinkled on a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow the applesauce immediately, without chewing, and wash it down with a glass of cool water. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Tiazac should be stored at room temperature and be protected from moisture. Are there any Tiazac side effects? Tiazac side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Tiazac side effects may include abnormally slow heartbeat, dizziness, fluid retention, flushing, headache, nausea, rash, and weakness. Less common or rare Tiazac side effects may include abnormal dreams, allergic reaction, altered way of walking, amnesia, anemia, angina, blood disorders, congestive heart failure, constipation, cough, depression, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive urination at night, eye irritation, fainting, flu symptoms, hair loss, hallucinations, heart attack, high blood sugar, hives, impotence, increased output of pale urine, indigestion, infection, irregular heartbeat, itching, joint pain, labored breathing, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, low blood sugar, muscle cramps, nasal congestion or inflammation, nervousness, nosebleed, pain, personality change, pounding heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, reddish or purplish spots on skin, ringing in ears, sexual difficulties, skin inflammation/flaking or peeling, sensitivity to light, sleepiness, sore throat, taste alteration, thirst, tingling or pins and needles, tremor, vision changes, vomiting, welts, and weight increase. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Tiazac? If Tiazac is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Tiazac with Beta-blockers (heart and blood pressure drugs such as Tenormin and Inderal), Carbamazepine (Tegretol), Cimetidine (Tagamet), Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral), Digoxin (Lanoxin), Lovastatin (Mevacor), Midazolam (Versed), Rifampin (Rifadin), or Triazolam (Halcion). Are there any special warnings about Tiazac? If you have congestive heart failure or suffer from kidney or liver disease, use Tiazac with caution. Tiazac may cause your heart rate to become too slow. You should check your pulse regularly. |
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