Tiazac - Active or Dangerous ?

[psychetool]

I recently came across a man who found a bottle of these Tiazac pills. It says they are for hypertension... I notice it says benzothiazepin, sounds like a benzo to me munch munch

Here is some information I found already ...

Diltiazem HCl is a calcium ion influx inhibitor (slow channel blocker or calcium antagonist). Chemically, diltiazem HCL is 1,5-benzothiazepin-4(5H)one, 3- (acetyloxy)-5-[2-( dimethylamino) ethyl]-2, 3-dihydro-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, monohydrochloride, (+)-cis-.

Tiazac has been approved as a treatment for hypertension. The once-daily calcium channel blocker reduces blood pressure of hypertensive subjects. Through its extended-release, osmotic diffusion system of concentrated diltiazem beads, Tiazac delivers smooth 24-hour plasma levels, which are highly correlated with blood pressure measurements. When properly dosed, Tiazac provides smooth and predictable 24-hour blood pressure control. A greater blood pressure reduction is achieved with Tiazac when blood pressure is at its highest, yet Tiazac achieves blood pressure reduction without causing hypotension during periods of lower blood pressure.

Any information on this pill would be much appreciated...

Much Respect,
Psychetool

 

[Crimson Cloud]

No, it's not a benzo, and it looks like you've already found out what it does.