Channel 30 Tablet MR

Channel 30 Tablet MR is a prescription medicine that contains diltiazem as the active ingredient, with the strength shown on the label in each tablet. It belongs to the calcium channel blocker class and is used to help prevent and control angina (chest pain) by improving blood flow to the heart and reducing the heart’s workload. Because Channel 30 Tablet MR is a modified-release tablet, it is designed to release diltiazem gradually over time. It should be used only under a doctor’s guidance for the condition and dose they have chosen.

How it works: Diltiazem relaxes the muscles in the walls of blood vessels, which helps widen the vessels and improve blood flow to the heart. In this modified-release tablet form, Channel 30 Tablet MR releases diltiazem slowly, helping keep the effect more even through the day.

Channel 30 Tablet MR is a higher-strength, modified-release diltiazem tablet, so it is not the same as a lower-dose immediate-release tablet that may be used more often during dose adjustment. The MR form is chosen when a doctor wants steadier medicine levels and longer symptom control from a single tablet rather than a quick, short-lived effect. This strength may suit patients who need a maintenance dose after their doctor has assessed their response and tolerance.

• Prevention and control of angina pectoris
• Longer-lasting angina symptom relief
• Maintenance therapy for stable chest pain
• Improving blood flow to the heart

• Swallow Channel 30 Tablet MR whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the modified-release tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist has specifically told you to.
• Take it at the same time each day for the most consistent effect.
• You may take it with or without food unless your prescriber gives different instructions.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not stop taking Channel 30 Tablet MR suddenly without medical advice.

Each Channel 30 Tablet MR tablet provides diltiazem in the labeled 30 mg modified-release strength. The exact dose frequency and maximum daily dose must be decided by the doctor based on your angina control, heart rate, blood pressure, and tolerance; this strength is often used as part of individualized dosing rather than a one-size-fits-all schedule. Follow the prescribed schedule exactly, because taking more than directed can cause a very slow heart rate or low blood pressure.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Diltiazem may include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Swelling of the ankles or feet
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Constipation

• Use extra caution if you already have a slow heartbeat, heart block, or heart failure.
• This modified-release tablet should be swallowed whole; breaking it can change how the medicine is released.
• Avoid driving or hazardous work until you know whether Channel 30 Tablet MR makes you dizzy or lightheaded.
• Alcohol can worsen dizziness and low blood pressure.
• Tell your doctor if you take nitrates or other blood pressure or heart medicines, because the combination can lower blood pressure too much.
• Use caution if you have liver disease, since diltiazem is processed by the liver.
• Do not use it as a quick-relief medicine for an active angina attack unless your doctor specifically instructed you to do so.

• Beta-blockers such as metoprolol or propranolol
• Digoxin
• Statins such as simvastatin or lovastatin
• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines
• Certain antibiotics, antifungals, and HIV medicines that affect diltiazem levels

Store Channel 30 Tablet MR in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.