Herbesser 60mg

How To Use

• Take the tablets by mouth with a glass of water.
• Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
• Ask your doctor for consumption with or without food.
• Take it at the same time to help you remember.
• Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.
• Only a healthcare professional can administer the IV solution.

Expert Advice

• Do not stop Diltiazem suddenly, it might worsen the condition.
• Avoid consuming grapefruit and its juice when using this medicine.
• Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Drink an adequate amount of water.
• Do not use more than the recommended amount.
• Do not skip or alter the dose.
• Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects.

Primary Uses

Hypertension and Angina

Indications

This medicine is used in the management of angina (chest pain in the area of the heart), and hypertension ( high blood pressure).

Side Effects

Some patients might experience bradycardia, 1st degree AV block, ankle edema, nausea, headache, rash, flushing, hypotension, gi upset, fatigue, gingival hyperplasia, changes in liver function.

Contraindications

Patients who have sick sinus syndrome (disorder of pacemaker in heart), 2nd or 3rd degree AV block (heart

disorder), uncontrolled cardiac failure (heart isn’t able to pump adequate blood in body), left ventricular failure

following myocardial infarction (heart disorder), and marked bradycardia (slow heart rhythm) , should consult

their doctor before taking this medicine.

FAQS

What are the indications?

This medication is used for lowering blood pressure in hypertensive (increased blood pressure) patients. Lowering of blood pressure lessens the probability of heart attacks and kidney dysfunctions. It is also used for the treatment of angina.

How to store this medicine?

Please store the tablet form of this medicine at room temperature (24-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light and moisture. Please keep it away from children.

What are the precautions?

This medicine may make you dizzy so it is advised not to do any tasks that require alertness (e.g. driving) immediately after taking this medicine

What are the effects on pregnancy and lactation?

This medicine must only be used during pregnancy if there is no other safer alternate option available. This medicine passes into breast milk and may cause harm to the infant. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.

What are the side effects?

• Changes in heart function

• Changes in liver function

• Hepatitis

• Mood changes

How to administer this medicine?

This medicine is mostly taken orally (through mouth). The dosage is dependent on the patient’s age, condition and its severity. Please consult your doctor before use.

What are the contraindications?

Patients with severe heart disease.