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Which diltiazem brands are sold in Sri Lanka?
Common brand names for diltiazem in many countries include Dilzem, Cardizem, Tildiem, and Diltiazem-related generics. However, the exact brands available in Sri Lanka can vary by wholesaler and pharmacy, and products may be sold under local packaging or by specific generic manufacturers.
To get the most accurate list for Sri Lanka, you typically need to check:
- a Sri Lanka pharmacy website or online drug listing,
- the Sri Lanka Ministry of Health / registered medicines listings (where available),
- or call a few major pharmacies in your area and ask for “diltiazem” plus the formulation (immediate-release vs modified-release).
How can I tell which diltiazem is right (IR vs SR/ER)?
Brand names can hide differences that matter for dosing:
- Immediate-release diltiazem (often taken multiple times daily).
- Modified-release / extended-release (often taken once or twice daily).
When asking for a brand in Sri Lanka, specify the formulation so you get the intended release pattern and strength (for example, 30 mg, 60 mg, 90 mg, 120 mg, 180 mg, etc.).
What strengths should I ask for at Sri Lankan pharmacies?
Strengths vary by product line and whether it is immediate-release or modified-release. If you have a prescription, match it to the dose and release type written on it (for example, “SR/ER” or “modified release”), not just the brand name.
If you want, I can narrow it down
If you share either:
- the exact brand name(s) you’ve been offered, or
- the strength and whether your prescription says “SR/ER/modified release” (or not),
I can help you identify the likely active formulation and how it usually maps to common brand names internationally.