Pentoxifylline Benefits & Uses

Pentoxifylline is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Pentoxifylline Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: If adverse effects develop, reducing the dose to 400 mg twice a day is recommended.
Geriatric	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: If adverse effects develop, reducing the dose to 400 mg twice a day is recommended.

Pentoxifylline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentoxifylline is used -

Severe

Bloating or fullness
Agitation
Meningitis
Bleeding
Bloody or red colored vomit
Blood or red colored urine
Biliary obstruction

Moderate

Tachycardia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Headache

Pentoxifylline Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentoxifylline safe for pregnant women?

Pentoxifylline may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Pentoxifylline, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Pentoxifylline safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Pentoxifylline. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Pentoxifylline on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pentoxifylline. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pentoxifylline on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pentoxifylline on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentoxifylline on the Heart?

Side effects of Pentoxifylline rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pentoxifylline with Other Drugs

Pentoxifylline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Pentoxifylline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentoxifylline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Bleeding
Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pentoxifylline

Is this Pentoxifylline habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pentoxifylline is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Pentoxifylline will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Pentoxifylline is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pentoxifylline in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pentoxifylline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentoxifylline

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pentoxifylline, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentoxifylline

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pentoxifylline with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trental® (pentoxifylline)

Pentoxifylline Tablet - Trental Tablet

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