Medication non therapeutic effects

[Tee2438]

Diltiazemxt 180mg. Need information on the negative effects of reddening of the skin due to peripheral vaso dialation. How long does it last when medication is discontinued?

[Tee2438]

Again thank you for your reply. The diltiazem XT 180 mg was discontinued about five weeks ago for my Husband and the symptoms continue. Every time he changes position he turn red from head to toe. As a result of this symptom he has shortness of breath, fatigue and a drop in his BP. We have been to many Dr's with out a Dx.  We are waiting for results of urine studies from the Endocrinologist. He has benign incidentaloma on his (r) adrenal gland for a few years which has remained the same size.

    Thank you again Tee2438 BSN RN

[Tee2438]

Dear Dr. Anitha.   I did reply to your comment bu can't seem to find it. Please let me know if you receive my reply. Thank You again..

[Paderla Anitha, DNB]

Hello and hope you are doing well.

On administration, the capsule results in detectable plasma levels within 2 hours and peak plasma levels between 10 and 14 hours. Half life is 5-8 hrs. So, it should take about 2-3days for complete elimination and the recovery of peripheral vasodilatation.

Hope this helped and do keep us posted.