Patient leaflet - ANGITIL SR 90
1. What Angitil Capsules is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before you take Angitil Capsules
3. How to take Angitil Capsules
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Angitil Capsules
6. Contents of the pack and other information
1. what angitil capsules is and what it is used for
Angitil SR and XL Capsules contain diltiazem hydrochloride which belongs to a group of medicines called calcium-channel blockers that act on the cardiovascular system (the heart and blood vessels). Angitil Capsules has been prescribed by your doctor to treat your high blood pressure or to reduce the frequency of your anginal attacks. They are called prolonged-release capsules because they are manufactured in a way that allows the diltiazem hydrochloride to be released and slowly absorbed by your body over a period of several hours.
In high blood pressure, diltiazem hydrochloride works by widening the blood vessels. This creates less resistance to the blood flow, and results in lower blood pressure, which in turn reduces the strain on your heart.
In angina, diltiazem hydrochloride works by opening up the arteries supplying the heart muscle and this allows more blood and oxygen to reach the muscle, decreasing the chances of angina (chest pains) occuring when extra strain is placed upon the heart.
2. what you need to know before you take angitil capsules
Do not take Angitil Capsules if:
- You are allergic (hypersensitive) to diltiazem hydrochloride, or any of the other ingredients in Angitil Capsules (listed in Section 6) or to other calcium-channel blockers (e.g. amlodipine, nisoldipine or nifedipine)
Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue
- You are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed (see Section below: ‘Pregnancy and breastfeeding’)
- You are having a medicine called dantrolene used for severe muscle spasms or severe fever (see below: ‘Other medicines and Angitil Capsules’)
- You have a very slow heartbeat – less than 50 beats per minute
- You are already taking a medicine containing ivabradine for the treatment of certain heart diseases
- You have heart failure and problems with blood flow to your lungs. With these illnesses, you may feel out of breath and have swollen ankles
- You have any other serious problems with your heart. This includes having an uneven heartbeat (unless you have a pacemaker)
Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Angitil Capsules.
Warnings and precautions:
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist or nurse before taking Angitil Capsules if:
- You have a history of heart failure, new shortness of breath, slow heartbeat or low blood pressure. Cases of kidney injury in patients with such conditions have been reported
- You have any other problem with your heart, apart from angina or those described in the previous section
- You are going to have an operation and/or an anaesthetic
- You are at risk of mood changes, including depression
- You are at risk of gut problems
- You suffer from porphyria, an inherited blood disorder that can cause increased sensitivity to light
Your doctor will check you more closely particularly when you first start taking the capsules if:
- You are over 65 years old
- You have liver or kidney problems
- You have diabetes
- You have or ever had asthma
- You take any beta blocker medicines.
If you are not sure if any of the above apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Angitil Capsules.
You may notice remains of the medication in your stool. However this has no clinical relevance.
Other medicines and Angitil Capsules
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines. This is because Angitil Capsules can affect the way some other medicines work. Also some medicines can affect the way Angitil Capsules works.
If you have to go to a doctor, dentist or hospital for any reason, tell them that you are taking Angitil Capsules. This is especially important if you are likely to have an anaesthetic or an operation.
In particular, do not take this medicine and tell your doctor if you are taking:
- Dantrolene (an infusion) used for severe muscle spasms or severe fever (called ‘malignant hyperthermia’)
- Medicines containing ivabradine used for the treatment of certain heart diseases
Angitil Capsules may increase the effect of the following medicines:
- Medicines for high blood pressure such as doxazosin, tamsulosin, atenolol, propranolol or acebutolol
- Medicines used for an uneven heartbeat such as amiodarone and digoxin
- Water tablets, such as frusemide
- Medicines to treat angina, high blood pressure or heart failure, such as prazosin, atenolol, timolol, captopril, cilazapril, isosorbide mononitrate, glyceryl trinitrate, isosorbide dinitrate or isosorbide trinitrate
- Medicines used for high levels of cholesterol such as simvastatin, fluvastatin and atorvastatin
- Ciclosporin to treat psoriasis or used to stop the rejection of organs after a transplant
- Phenytoin and carbamazepine used for epilepsy
- Antiplatelet medicines used to reduce the chance of blood clots forming, such as aspirin or clopidogrel
- Iodinated contrast media (used for tests involving X-rays)
- Theophylline used for breathing problems
- Lithium used for some types of mental illness (depression or a manic-depressive disorder)
- Medicines used for sleeplessness and anxiety, such as triazolam or midazolam
- Methylprednisolone used for inflammation
- Cilostazol used for intermittent cramp-like pain in your legs when you walk caused by insufficient blood supply in your legs
Angitil Capsules may make the following medicine work less well:
- Rifampicin used for tuberculosis
The following medicines can increase the effect of Angitil Capsules: Medicines for stomach ulcers such as cimetidine and ranitidine.
Angitil Capsules with food, drink and alcohol
It is advisable to limit the amount of grapefruit juice you drink while taking Angitil Capsules as it can increase the blood levels of the active ingredient diltiazem and may increase your chance of getting side effects. If you are concerned you should stop drinking grapefruit juice and consult your doctor.
Do not take Angitil Capsules at the same time as an alcoholic drink.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
You should not take Angitil Capsules if you are pregnant, might become pregnant or think you may be pregnant. This is because Angitil Capsules can cause problems for your baby. Talk to your doctor if you might be pregnant.
Do not breast-feed if you are taking Angitil Capsules. This is because small amounts may pass into mothers’ milk. If you are breast- feeding or planning to breast-feed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.
Driving and using machines
You may feel dizzy while taking this medicine.
If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines.
Angitil Capsules contains sucrose
Angitil Capsules contains sucrose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.
Angitil Capsules contains sodium
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per capsule, that is to say essentially ‘sodium-free’.
3. how to take angitil capsules
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Angitil Capsules is formulated so that you only have to take your capsules once or twice a day. This depends on which strength capsule you are taking.
- Take your capsules at the same time each day.
- Swallow your capsule whole with a glass of water. Do not break or chew your capsules.
- Do not stop treatment even if you feel better unless told to do so by your doctor.
The recommended dose is:
Adults: the usual starting dose is 90 mg twice a day.
If you are taking your capsules twice a day, it is important that the second dose is taken 12 hours after the first dose and that no more than 2 capsules are taken in any 24 hour period.
Your doctor may decide to increase your dose to:
- 120 mg or 180 mg twice a day or
- 240 mg or 300 mg once a day.
Elderly patients and people who suffer from liver or kidney disease: your doctor will prescribe a lower dose for you to take. Your doctor will also want to check your condition regularly and may gradually increase your dose.
Use in children and adolescents
Children must not take this medicine.
If you take more Angitil Capsules than you should
If you take more capsules than you should, tell a doctor or go to a hospital casualty department straight away. Take the medicine pack and any remaining capsules with you. This is so the doctor knows what you have taken.
The following effects may happen: feeling dizzy or weak, blurred vision, chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, an unusually fast or slow heartbeat, slurred speech, confusion, coma, sudden death and decrease of kidney function.
If you forget to take Angitil Capsules
Do not worry. Simply leave out that dose completely and then take your next dose at the right time.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you stop taking Angitil Capsules
Keep taking Angitil Capsules until your doctor tells you to stop. Do not stop taking them just because you feel better. If you stop, your illness may get worse.
Tests
Your doctor may do regular tests while you are taking this medicine. These might include a check on your heart and blood tests to check on your liver and kidneys.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop taking and see a doctor or go to a hospital straight away if:
Frequency unknown (cannot be estimated from the available data):
- You have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue
- You have a red or lumpy skin rash, swollen eyelids, face, lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty in swallowing
- Your asthma gets worse
- You have difficulty breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest (called ‘bronchospasm’)
- You get blistering or peeling of the skin around the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals, flulike symptoms and fever. This could be an illness called ‘Stevens-Johnson syndrome’
- You get a severe blistering rash in which layers of the skin may peel off to leave large areas of raw exposed skin over the body. You may feel generally unwell and have a fever, chills and aching muscles. This could be an illness called ‘Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis’
- You have a skin rash or skin lesions with a pink/red ring and a pale centre which may be itchy, scaly, or filled with fluid. The rash may appear especially on the palms or soles of your feet. These could be signs of a serious allergy to the medicine called ‘erythema multiforme’
Tell your doctor straight away if you notice any of the following serious side effects – you may need urgent medical treatment:
Common (affects less than 1 in 10 people):
- Slow or uneven heartbeat
- Very fast, uneven or forceful heartbeat (palpitations)
Frequency unknown (cannot be estimated from the available data):
- Skin rash caused by narrow or blocked blood vessels (called ‘vasculitis’)
- Being short of breath, feeling tired along with swollen ankles and legs. This could be signs of heart failure
- Unusual movements of the tongue, muscle spasms in your face, rolling eyes and trembling
- High temperature, feeling tired, loss of appetite, stomach pain, feeling sick, yellowing of skin or eyes. These can be signs of inflammation of the liver (called ‘hepatitis’)
- Passing large amounts of urine, excessive thirst and having a dry mouth or skin. These may be signs of high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia).
- Get sunburnt easier, and which may be more severe than in someone not taking Angitil Capsules. You should use sun protection whilst taking this medicine.
- Breast enlargement in men
Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following side-effects:
Very common (affects more than 1 in 10 people):
- Swelling of the lower legs
Common (affects less than 1 in 10 people):
- Indigestion, stomach pain, constipation
Uncommon (affects less than 1 in 100 people):
- Feeling dizzy, light-headed or faint when you stand or sit up quickly (low blood pressure)
Rare (affects less than 1 in 1000 people):
- Dry mouth
- Itchy, lumpy rash (called ‘urticaria’)
Frequency unknown (cannot be estimated from the available data):
- Swollen, enlarged and bleeding gums
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects get serious or lasts longer than a few days:
Common (affects less than 1 in 10 people):
- Headache
- Flushing (feeling of warmth)
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- General feeling of being unwell
- Weakness or tiredness
- Feeling dizzy
- Skin redness
Uncommon (affects less than 1 in 100 people):
- Nervousness
- Difficulty sleeping
- Being sick (vomiting), diarrhoea
Frequency unknown (cannot be estimated from the available data):
- Mood changes, including depression
- Reduction in blood platelets, which increases risk of bleeding or bruising under the skin
Blood tests
Angitil Capsules can change the levels of liver enzymes shown up in blood tests. This can mean that your liver is not working properly.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. how to store angitil capsules
- Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not store above 30°C. Store in the original packaging.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
- Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
6. contents of the pack and other information
What Angitil Capsules contains:
- The active substance in your capsules is diltiazem hydrochloride. Each capsule contains 90 mg, 120 mg, 180 mg, 240 mg or 300 mg of diltiazem hydrochloride.
- The other ingredients are sucrose, maize starch, povidone, ethylcellulose, talc, sodium lauryl sulfate, cetyl alcohol, dibutyl sebacate, gelatine, titanium dioxide (E171), red iron oxide (E172) [120mg and 180mg capsules only], yellow iron oxide (E172) [120mg, 180mg and 300mg capsules only], black iron oxide (E172), indigotine (E132) [120mg capsules only], shellac, propylene glycol, ammonium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide.
What Angitil Capsules look like and the contents of the pack:
Each strength of Angitil SR and XL Capsules can be identified by its colour and marking.
90 mg capsules are transparent and white marked with “90 mg”
120 mg capsules are transparent and brown marked with “120 mg”
180 mg capsules are transparent and pale brown marked with “180 mg”
240 mg capsules are white marked with “240 mg”
300 mg capsules are transparent and yellow marked with “300 mg”
Angitil SR 90 mg, 120 mg and 180 mg Capsules are available in blister packs of 56 capsules.
Angitil XL 240 mg and 300 mg Capsules are available in blister packs of 28 capsules.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Ethypharm
194, Bureaux de la Colline – Batiment D
92213 Saint-Cloud Cedex
France
Manufacturer
Macarthys Laboratories Limited TA Martindale Pharma
Bampton road,
Harold hill,
Romford, RM38UG
United Kingdom
This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
For any information about this medicine, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorisation Holder: United Kingdom: Ethypharm UK Ltd – email:
This leaflet was last revised in December 2020.
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