What is Nifedipine?
Topical ointments for anal fissures and hemorrhoid pain.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Nifedipine is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
Relaxes smooth muscle, easing the spasm that keeps anal fissures from healing.
What is it used for?
Topical ointments for anal fissures and hemorrhoid pain. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Ointment. Ointments are applied in a thin layer to the area directed.
- Cream. Creams are applied to the area your prescriber directs. Metered dispensers such as Topi-CLICK® deliver the same amount each time. Wash your hands after applying.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Headache, flushing, local irritation. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
People with very low blood pressure. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare Nifedipine in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as ointment, cream. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.
Nifedipine is also prepared in combination with Lidocaine, Diclofenac, Metronidazole. See combination preparations in our library.