Bismuth Extra Strength and Diltia XT
Determining the interaction of Bismuth Extra Strength and Diltia XT and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.
Professional:Diltiazem may enhance the antiplatelet effect of salicylates. The mechanism is unknown. If occult bleeding occurs, consider discontinuing or adjusting the dosage of one or both agents.
- Altman R, Scazziota A, Dujovne C "Diltiazem potentiates the inhibitory effect of aspirin on platelet aggregation." Clin Pharmacol Ther 44 (1988): 320-5
- Cremer KF, Pieper JA, Joyal M, Mehta J "Effects of diltiazem, dipyridamole, and their combination on hemostasis." Clin Pharmacol Ther 36 (1984): 641-4
- Ring ME, Corrigan JJ, Fenster PE "Effects of oral diltiazem on platelet function: alone and in combination with "low dose" aspirin." Thromb Res 44 (1986): 391-400
Generic Name: bismuth subsalicylate
Brand name: Bismarex, Bismatrol, Bismatrol Maximum Strength, Kaopectate, Kola-Pectin DS, Maalox Total Stomach Relief, Peptic Relief, Pepto-Bismol, Pink Bismuth, Pepto-Bismol Maximum Strength, Maximum Strength Stress, Stress Maximum Strength, Kaopectate Extra Strength, Childrens Kaopectate, Kapectolin, Kao-Tin Bismuth Subsalicylate Formula, Kaopectate Anti-Diarrheal Upset Stomach Reliever, K-Pek, Soothe Chewable, Soothe Regular Strength, Soothe Maximum Strength, Soothe Caplets, Percy Medicine, Pepto-Bismol InstaCool
Synonyms: Bismuth subsalicylate, Bismuth Subsalicylate Suspension
Generic Name: diltiazem
Brand name: Cardizem CD, Cartia XT, Dilt-XR, Diltia XT, Taztia XT, Tiazac, Cardizem, Dilacor XR, Dilt-CD, Diltzac, Matzim LA, Tiazac, Cardizem LA, Tiazac Extended Release Capsules
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem 12-Hour Sustained-Release Capsules
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem CD
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem Extended Release Tablets
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem Hydrochloride
- Bismuth Extra Strength-Diltiazem Injection
- Diltia XT-Bismuth Original Formula
- Diltia XT-Bismuth subcitrate potassium, metronidazole, and tetracycline
- Diltia XT-Bismuth Subcitrate, Metronidazole, and Tetracycline
- Diltia XT-Bismuth Subgallate
- Diltia XT-Bismuth subsalicylate
- Diltia XT-Bismuth Subsalicylate Chewable Tablets