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I have been taking diltiazem for almost a year resolving symptoms. stopped taking 3 weeks ago as scared of stevens johnson syndrome- likelihood?
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Answered 7/10/2014
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Don't stop: Diltiazem is used to treat hypertension. It is a calcium channel blocker. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is an extremely rare side effect and if you've been taking it for a year, don't worry. And let your doctor know you stopped it.
Answered 7/12/2014
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