What is diltiazem hydrochloride cream used for?
Diltiazem hydrochloride 2% cream is used to promote the healing of the tear that has occurred in the skin of the anus (back passage) and reduce the symptoms of pain caused by the tear. The tear in the skin lining the anus is called an anal fissure.
Is diltiazem cream over the counter?
There no commercially manufactured formulation of topical 2% diltiazem has been approved yet by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of anal fissure, prescriptions for the medication need to be compounded with a prescription from a doctor.
How long can you use diltiazem cream?
Patients should continue using diltiazem-ointment for the entire prescribed treatment period, which can be up to 3 months or more as directed.
Does diltiazem cream need to be refrigerated?
Do not store or use the cream after the expiry date. Store in a refrigerator, away from direct heat and light.
What are the side effects of diltiazem cream?
Light-headedness or dizziness especially when getting up from a sitting or lying down position. If you begin to feel dizzy, sit or lie down until the feeling passes. Local burning or itching or rectal bleeding. If troublesome, speak with your doctor.
Is diltiazem cream safe?
Based on the studies, diltiazem cream or ointment does not appear to cause significant harm or side effects in adults using it in the short term. Most studies looked at use for around 3 months or less. It is not known what possible harms or side effects the treatment may cause if it is used for longer than this.
What drug can replace diltiazem?
Cardizem Alternatives Compared
Cardizem diltiazem | Isosorbide mononitrate |
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Other diltiazem brands include: Cardizem CD, Cardizem LA, Cartia XT, Dilacor XR, Dilt-XR, Diltia XT, Diltiazem Hydrochloride CD, Diltiazem Hydrochloride SR, Diltiazem Hydrochloride XR, Diltzac, Matzim LA, Taztia XT, Tiadylt ER, Tiazac View more | N/A |