Cilostazol

Cilostazol is a quinolinone-derivative medicine, which is prescribed to patients suffering from intermittent claudication. Cilostazol helps reduce the symptoms of claudication such as pain in the legs. It helps relieve cramps and increases the blood flow to the muscles.

Typical dosage of Cilostazol is 100 mg per day, and it usually shows good results in around 3 months. Consult your doctor to know the right dosage for you. Before you start taking this medicine, talk to your doctor about:

• Any allergies that you might have
• If you are using any other prescription or over the counter drugs
• If you have a history of heart, kidney, or liver disease
• If you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or if you are a breastfeeding mother
• Tell your doctor of any bleeding ulcers or bleeding disorder you might have

Side effects of taking Cilostazol include headache, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, muscle pain, abdominal pain and heartburn. Some severe side effects are unusual bleeding or bruising, swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs and irregular heartbeat. Seek immediate medical attention in case of any discomfort.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Intermittent Claudication

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Headache

• Palpitations

• Abnormal Stool

• Diarrhoea

• Dizziness

• Chest Pain

• Loss Of Appetite

• Bleeding

• Rash

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Zilast 100mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Zilast 100mg tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It may cause dizziness. Exercise caution if you have to drive or operate a machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild to moderate renal disease.Not advisable in patients with the severe renal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild liver disease.Not advisable in patients with moderate or severe liver disease.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Cilostazol, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Cilostazol as ingredient

• Cilotab 50Mg Tablet

  Icon Life Sciences

• Preclaud 100Mg Tablet

  Ordain Health Care Global Pvt Ltd

• Stiloz 100mg Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pencil 50Mg Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cilodoc 50mg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Stozic 50Mg Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• CILESTA 100MG TABLET

  4 Care Lifescience Pvt Ltd

• Pencil 100Mg Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Stiloz 50mg Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pletoz 50mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication is used to treat intermittent claudication in people suffering from peripheral vascular disease. It selectively inhibits phosphodiesterase type 3, which in turn increases cAMP concentration. With higher cAMP, the active PKA is also increased, which causes the dilatory function.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  Zathrin Redimix Suspension

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