Matzim LA and Triamcinolone Acetonide topical

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

Diltiazem is used alone or together with other medicines to treat angina (severe chest pain) or hypertension (high blood pressure). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker. It works by affecting the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. As a result, diltiazem relaxes the blood vessels and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: triamcinolone topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: DermasilkRx SDS Pak, Dermasorb TA, DermaWerx SDS Pak, Kenalog, Oralone, Trianex, Triderm, Aristocort A, Triacet, Aricin, Aristocort R, Delta-Tritex, Flutex, Rx Triamcinolone, Aristocort Topical, Cinalog, Cinolar, Kenalog in Orabase, Triamcinolone Acetonide in Absorbase, Pediaderm TA, DermacinRx SilaPak

Relief of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of moderate to severe corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Generally most effective in acute or chronic dermatoses (e.g., seborrheic or atopic dermatitis, localized neurodermatitis, anogenital pruritus, psoriasis, late phase of allergic contact dermatitis, inflammatory phase of xerosis).

Topical therapy generally preferred over systemic therapy; fewer associated adverse systemic effects.

Topical therapy generally only controls manifestations of dermatoses; eliminate cause if possible.

Topical efficacy may be increased by using a higher concentration or occlusive dressing therapy. (See Administration with Occlusive Dressing under Dosage and Administration.)

Response may vary from one topical corticosteroid preparation to another.

Anti-inflammatory activity may vary considerably depending on the vehicle, drug concentration, site of application, disease, and individual patient.

Triamcinolone acetonide 0.5% cream and 0.1% ointment are considered to have high-range potency.

Triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream and 0.1% lotion are considered to have medium-range potency.

Triamcinolone acetonide paste used as an adjunct for temporary symptomatic relief of oral inflammatory or ulcerative lesions resulting from trauma.