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Search Results : Anal fissures (Glyceryl trinitrate - Anal fissures)

Records returned : 5 (on 29 May 2025 at 13:05:08). Return to search results for ' Anal fissures '.

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Drug
Indication
Status
Restrictions/Comments
Formulary Status
Links
Indication :
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Ointment
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
0.4% ointment is the 1st-line treatment option in adults. Use of unlicensed strengths / formulations is not supported.
 
Links :
SPC
Indication :
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Cream
  • Ointment
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
0.4% ointment is the 1st-line treatment option in adults. 0.1%, 0.2% and 2% creams and ointments are non-formulary
 
Links :
SPC
NFD1
Indication :
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Cream
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
2nd-line where patient has not tolerated GTN or this has been ineffective. Use 2% ointment in preference to cream (unless ointment unavailable)
 
Links :
SPC
Indication :
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Ointment
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
2nd-line where patient has not tolerated GTN or this has been ineffective.
 
Links :
SPC
Un
Indication :
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

RSFT: For chronic anal fissure. If first dose unsuccessful refer for sphincterectomy

 
Links :
SPC