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Colon dr wrote me diltiazem gel in petroleum base 2% but pharmacies never heard of this drug. is this available or need to be compounded?any feedback

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Diltiazem gel: It is used for anal fissure, but I am not sure that this formulation exist in the us.

Dr Chilakapati agreed

Answered 10/4/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Diltiazem: The drug is a calcium channel blocker and is used to control angina or high blood pressure. The petroleum base makes ut easier to apply to the chest.

Dr Chilakapati agreed

Answered 10/24/2013

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