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How long does it take for calcium channel blockers (diltiazem tildiem) to work/get into your system before you feel the benefits?

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Depends: It depends on what you are taking them for, but it typically begins working in your system within 12-24 hours, however it may take up to 1-2 weeks to have full effect on your blood pressure. If you need a more specific doctor, it would be best for you to talk to your doctor. Best wishes.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/26/2019

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Diltiazem: It depends why you are taking it, Esophageal spasm? Migraine? Arrhythmia? Blood pressure? Angina?

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 2/10/2019

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