Hi I am a patient with ChatDoctor, no SAM , no LVOT grad, taking angizem DP 120 since 1 yr 6 months, but since then my liver started getting fatty and now it is grade 2 Q1. Is ditiazem hydrochloride has any role for fatty liver. Q2. Can it be replaced by any other medicines like beta -blocker. kindly give appointment at your residence if necessary.
Welcome to Chat Doctor! I appreciate your concern towards the safety of Diltiazem. Age, gender and the indication for Diltiazem not mentioned!!! Diltiazem belongs to the calcium channel blocker group of Chat Doctor.  It is used to treat high BP and angina (heart pain) caused by spasms in the blood vessels that supply the heart. The most common side effects caused by Diltiazem include: Headache, ankle edema, constipation, hypotension flushing, and it may also cause fatty liver (stenosis). In view of the last side effect that you appear to be suffering from, you can consult your doctor to use the alternate