Oxytocin and Schizophrenia. In the schizophrenic patients taking second-generation antipsychotics, however, the amount of oxytocin that was available for use was much lower than controls. This was not the case for schizophrenic patients on first-generation drugs.
BRAND NAME(S): Cardizem. USES: Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction and in controlling the electrical impulses within the heart. By blocking calcium, diltiazem relaxes and widens blood vessels and can normalize heart rates.
Cardizem CD and Dry Mouth: Recommendations. If you are taking Cardizem CD and dry mouth occurs, there are some things that you can do that may provide relief. Some of these suggestions include: 1  Sip water or sugarless drinks often.2  Sip water or sugarless drinks during meals.3  This will make chewing and swallowing easier. 4  It may also improve the taste of food.ry mouth is one of the possible side effects of Cardizem CD Â® (diltiazem hydrochloride). In studies, less than 1 percent of people taking the drug reported experiencing a dry mouth.