growing evidence that calcium channel blockers may cause eczema and other skin problems
April 2008
There's growing evidence that calcium channel blockers may cause eczema and other skin problems.
About 1% of patients get minor skin reactions...rash, itching, photosensitivity.
Now preliminary evidence suggests that calcium blockers can cause a delayed eczema rash...usually about 3 months after starting the drug.
Get concise advice on drug therapy, plus unlimited access to CE
Pharmacist's Letter Canada includes:
- 12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and hot topics
- 200+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
- Quick reference drug comparison charts
- Access to the entire archive