Does diltiazem cause ankle swelling? Understanding the pharmacology behind this side effect
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Ankle swelling, also known as peripheral edema, is a recognized adverse effect of calcium channel blockers (CCBs). While other CCBs, like amlodipine, are more famously associated with this issue, many patients also ask: **Does diltiazem cause ankle swelling?** The answer is yes, although it occurs less frequently than with some other medications in its class.
