Reticulated phototoxic eruption in a patient on long-term diltiazem therapy
Hanson, M.; Petronic-Rosic, V.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Jdd 7(8): 792-793
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1545-9616 PMID: 18720699 Document Number: 14701
Diltiazem hydrochloride is a commonly prescribed medication in the treatment of cardiovascular disease. A case of diltiazem-induced hyperpigmentation in a patient after significant sun exposure is reported. The morphological appearance was reticulated and slate-gray to blue in color. The pathogenesis of the hyperpigmentation is discussed and possible treatment options are reviewed.
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