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Cilotab, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Leg Cramps. The alternative uses of Cilotab have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cilotab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cilotab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cilotab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cilotab is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cilotab related warnings talks about Cilotab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cilotab have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cilotab may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cilotab is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cilotab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Cilotab safe for pregnant women?
Cilotab can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cilotab, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cilotab safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Cilotab for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Kidneys?
Cilotab rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cilotab on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Heart?
Cilotab can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Cilotab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cilotab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cilotab habit forming or addictive?
Cilotab is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cilotab since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cilotab is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cilotab is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cilotab
Taking Cilotab with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cilotab
Information about the interaction of Cilotab and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pletal (cilostazol)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 319-320