Widespread cutaneous vasculitis associated with diltiazem

Postgrad Med J. 1988 Jun;64(752):467-8. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.64.752.467.

Abstract

Two cases of widespread cutaneous vasculitis are described in association with diltiazem, a recently introduced calcium antagonist. In both cases, spontaneous resolution occurred over several weeks following withdrawal of the drug.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Angina Pectoris / drug therapy
  • Diltiazem / adverse effects*
  • Diltiazem / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Vasculitis, Leukocytoclastic, Cutaneous / chemically induced*

Substances

  • Diltiazem