Diltiact Gel is used for the treatment of anal fissures (tear in the lining of the anus). It relaxes the smooth muscles around the anus and promotes blood flow to the lining of the anus. This way it helps wound healing and reduces the associated symptoms.

Diltiact Gel is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area and gently apply it over the affected area. It is advised to use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Limit physical exercises, standing, and prolonged sitting while on medication.

The most common side effects are application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness), dizziness, rectal bleeding, and headache. There are other, rarer side effects, some of them serious. Ask your doctor and read the leaflet which comes with the medicine to make sure you are keeping safe.

Uses of Diltiact Rectal Gel

Treatment of Anal fissure

Benefits of Diltiact Rectal Gel

In Treatment of Anal fissure

Diltiact Gel is used to relieve pain, irritation, or itching caused by anal fissures (tear in the lining of the anus). It relaxes the blood vessels, thereby decreasing the pressure in the anal tissues. Use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Side effects of Diltiact Rectal Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Diltiact

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Headache
Dizziness
Lightheadedness

How Diltiact Rectal Gel works

Diltiact Gel works in anal fissure by blocking the action of calcium on blood vessels of anus. As a result, blood vessels are relaxed which allows fissure (tear) to heal and relieves pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Diltiact Gel is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Diltiact Gel should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Diltiact Gel in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Diltiact Gel in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzothiazepine derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Calcium channel blockers- Nondihydropyridines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Diltiact with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Pimozide (Rectal Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Do not consume Pimozide with Diltiazem.

Lemborexant (Rectal Route) Severe

Diltiazem may raise blood levels of Lemborexant. Do not consume Lemborexant with Diltiazem.

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Patient concerns

I occasionally find blood in my stool.

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

May be anal fissure, get yourself examined by a surgeon.

Fissure and fistula of anal region Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal region

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

refer to surgeon again

User feedback

Patients taking Diltiact Gel

Once A Day

47%

Twice A Day

33%

Thrice A Day

13%

Four Times A *

Alternate Day

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Diltiact Rectal Gel for?

Anal fissure

65%

Others

35%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

56%

Poor

28%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Diltiact Gel?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Diltiact Rectal Gel?

Empty stomach

100%

Please rate Diltiact Gel on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

Does Diltiact Gel cure anal fissures?

No, it does not cure fissures but Diltiact Gel reduces inflammation of mucous membrane and skin. It reduces irritation, alleviates pain and itching, thus providing relief from symptoms.

Why is my fissure not healing?

Fissures usually heal within a few weeks. But if they do not, this is because the oxygen supply, carried by the blood, to these fissures is poor which further slows down the healing process. As a result, these fissures fail to heal and continue to get worse. You should consult a doctor immediately if you have been facing issues for a duration longer than a few weeks.

What should I eat and avoid in fissure?

You must take a fiber-rich diet such as vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grains if you have fissures. Drink plenty of water and avoid taking alcohol. This will help ensure that your stools are soft and easy to pass. You may also take laxatives or fiber supplements if you are facing issues with digestion. Your doctor will suggest ways to avoid constipation and thereby promote healing of fissures.

Can spicy food cause fissures?

No, spicy foods do not cause fissures. But, they can irritate the fissures and worsen your symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to avoid spicy foods if you are facing issues with your fissures.

How do you use Diltiact Gel?

Follow your doctor’s instructions before using Diltiact Gel. Apply a small amount of the gel to the affected rectal area as directed. If this is to be used inside the rectum, attach the rectal applicator onto the tube. Insert the applicator gently and to full extent into the rectum. After that, gently squeeze the tube to deliver the medication while withdrawing it.

How long does it take to heal fissures?

Fissures usually heal within a few weeks. But, if they persist for longer than 4 to 6 weeks, they are termed as chronic fissures. Please consult your doctor without any delay if you have been noticing fissures for longer than 4 weeks.

What precautions do I need to take while using Diltiact Gel?

Be careful not to get Diltiact Gel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Diltiact Gel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Diltiact Gel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive.

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