Diltiazem Extended Release Tablets and Telavancin Intravenous

• Generic Name: diltiazem
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Cardizem, Cartia XT, Dilacor XR, Dilt-CD, Diltia XT, Dilt-XR, Diltzac, Matzim LA, Taztia XT, Tiazac, Cardizem CD, Tiazac, Cardizem LA, Tiazac Extended Release Capsules

Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels.

Diltiazem is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders.

Diltiazem may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: telavancin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Vibativ

Telavancin injection is used alone or together with other medicines to treat serious bacterial skin infections, and hospital-acquired and ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia (HABP/VABP).

Telavancin belongs to the group of medicines known as antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, telavancin will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Telavancin is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.