Drug details

Rectiv (nitroglycerin rectal)

type of Gastrointestinal Agents, Other

Rectiv (nitroglycerin) Ointment 0.4%, for intra-anal use is an organic nitrate that dilates (widens) blood vessels indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe pain associated with chronic anal fissure.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • lightheadedness,
  • pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder,
  • fluttering in your chest,
  • chest pain or pressure,
  • sweating
  • slow heart rate,
  • pounding heartbeats,
  • nausea, and