Active Ingredient: Diltiazem
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This medication contains the active ingredient Diltiazem. Diltiazem belongs to a group of medications called Calcium Chanel Blockers.
Diltiazem as a cream or ointment is used to treat anal fissures. It helps to prevent the muscles surrounding the anal canal (sphincter) from spasming, which increases blood flow and assists the fissure to heal.
Only take this medication for the condition your doctor has prescribed it.
Please use this medication as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Refer to the directions on the product label if required. Normally, a small pea-sized amount of cream or ointment is applied twice a day. It can take several weeks for the fissure to heal.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and use your next dose as normal. Do not apply double to make up for a dose you missed.
Immediately contact your doctor, the Poisons Information Centre (telephone 13 11 26) or go to the Accident and Emergency at the nearest hospital.
Please let us or your doctor know as soon as possible if you do not feel well while taking this medication.
The most common side effects you may experience include:
Other side effects may rarely occur as the medication can be absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. Please let you doctor know if you experience any of these, including:
Expires 6 months after preparation. Store your medication unrefrigerated in a cool, dry place that is below 25°C.