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Diltiazem - any experience anyone please

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MrsO-UK_Surrey
MrsO-UK_Surrey

After commencing Amlodipine for high blood pressure which caused severe ankle swelling and inflammation of the surrounding area, leading to a diagnosis of varicose eczema, I have now been prescribed Diltiazem. I know that Diltiazem is usually prescribed for sufferers of Angina. I am nervous about taking this drug and wonder if anyone else has taken it for high BP and can reassure me from their experience, please?

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    Pocket1 MrsO-UK_Surrey

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    This is my eight tablet to see if I can cope without unbearable side effects, first week wasn’t bad,bit muzzy headed but as time has gone by I have felt more and more low and have had some abdominal discomfort. Looked at side effects which I never look out till I have given tablets a good go. Depression is main side effect and some stomach problems! Good luck, 
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