CILOSTAZOLE

Overview

CILOSTAZOLE is a Schedule H drug.
Cilostazol is in a class of medications called platelet-aggregation inhibitors (antiplatelet medications). It works by improving blood flow to the legs. Cilostazol dilates arteries that supply blood to your legs. Cilostazol is used to treat the symptoms of intermittent claudication. Cilostazol improves your ability to walk longer distances without pain. Take this medication at least 30 minutes before or two hours before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.

Usage

CILOSTAZOLE is generally used to treat: Intermitten Claudication

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

CILOSTAZOLE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Take this medication at least 30 minutes before or two hours before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol while using this medicine may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.
  • Before taking cilostazol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of serious/active bleeding, blood disorders, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CILOSTAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Loose Motion, Lightheadedness

Common Side-Effects

CILOSTAZOLE : Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Fainting, Nausea, Heartburn, Abdomen Pain, Swollen Tongue, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

CILOSTAZOLE : Irregular Heartbeat, Fever

Technical Classification

CILOSTAZOLE is categorized as: PLATELET AGGREGATION INHIBITORS / ANTIPLATELET AGENTS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CILOSTAZOLE as Ingredient

CILOBID 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
CILOBID 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50.0 MG
CILODOC 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100 MG
CILODOC 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50.0 MG
CILOTAB 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
CILOTAB 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50.0 MG
PENCIL 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
PENCIL 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50 MG
PLETOZ 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100 MG
PLETOZ 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50 MG
PRECLAUD 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
STILOZ 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100 MG
STILOZ 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50 MG
STOZIC 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
STOZIC 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50.0 MG
ZILAST 100MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 100.0 MG
ZILAST 50MG TABCILOSTAZOLE 50 MG