Evigrade
Major

diltiazem × Metoprolol

Calcium channel blocker, non-DHP (benzothiazepine derivative)×Selective β1-adrenoceptor blockers

Mechanism

Diltiazem slows AV conduction + inhibits CYP3A4 (metoprolol metabolism). Additive bradycardia and AV block.

Symptoms

Bradycardia, AV block.

Management

Avoid combination. Alternative – amlodipine.

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Sources

All interactions