PENTOXIFYLLINE

Overview

PENTOXIFYLLINE is a Schedule H drug.
Pentoxifylline causes changes in your blood that help improve blood flow. This also helps your blood carry oxygen to your tissues and organs.Pentoxifylline reduces the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs when walking) due to narrowing of blood vessels
It is used to improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems in the hands and feet.It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels. This effect is beneficial in peripheral vascular disease, where the blood vessels in the arms and legs are narrowed.

Usage

PENTOXIFYLLINE is generally used to treat: Intermitten Claudication, Peripheral Vascular Disease
PENTOXIFYLLINE can address symptoms like: Hips Numbness, Hips Joint Pain, Hips Weakness, Thighs Weakness, Thighs Pain, Thighs Numbness, Thighs Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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

How Do I Take It?

PENTOXIFYLLINE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to pentoxifylline.
  • You also should not use pentoxifylline if you have recently had any type of bleeding in your brain or the retina of your eyes.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take pentoxifylline in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • While using pentoxifylline, you may need frequent blood tests.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet.
  • Swallow it whole.
  • It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Patients taking pentoxifylline are advised to exercise caution while driving or operating machines.
  • Do not stand up and raise from the bed quickly as it may cause dizziness.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PENTOXIFYLLINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Agitation, Fever, Fainting, Anxiety, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Diarrhoea, Gas, Heartburn, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Discomfort, Lightheadedness, Weakness (generalized), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Serious Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Chest Pain

Rare Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Easy Bleeding, Irregular Heartbeat

Technical Classification

PENTOXIFYLLINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS COAGULATION MODIFIERS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PENTOXIFYLLINE as Ingredient

FLEXITAL 20MG INJPENTOXIFYLLINE 20.0 MG
FLEXITAL 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
FLOWPENT 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
KINETAL 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
PENTOVAS 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
TRENTAL 300MG INFUSIONPENTOXIFYLLINE 300.0 MG
TRENTAL 400MG AMPPENTOXIFYLLINE 400 MG
TRENTAL 400MG ER TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400 MG
TRENTAL 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
TRENTAL PINK UNA 400MG TABPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG