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Composition :

CILOSTAZOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Steris Healthcare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's

Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's consists of the anti-platelet drug (blood thinner) primarily used to treat intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs). Intermittent claudication is the pain that occurs in the legs after walking at a specific speed and for a specific amount of time depending on the seriousness of the condition. This pain generally is not constant. It occurs during walking and exercise and relieves with rest.

Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the lower limbs.

Take Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, dizziness, diarrhea, abnormal stool, palpitations (racing or skipping a heartbeat), chest pain, bleeding, loss of appetite, and rashes. Most of these side effects of Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia). Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's

Intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs).

Directions for Use

Take Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's on an empty stomach as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's plays a vital role to prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in your veins by making platelets (clotting agents) sticking together. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's is used to decrease the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs that develops when walking and improves when resting that is produced by narrowing of the vein that supplies blood to the legs). Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the legs.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Prolonged use of Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's can cause bleeding problems (like nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, and easy bruising). If you are going to have any surgery, discontinue taking Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's before the surgery. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should not be taken in the conditions like heart failure, chest pain, heart attack, and heart surgery. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should not be taken if you have an increased risk of bleeding like stomach ulcers, stroke, or problems with your eyes if you have diabetes. Before taking Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's inform your doctor if your blood pressure is not well controlled. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should not be taken in conditions if you have severe kidney disease. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia). Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Cilostazone 50 Tablet is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Cisapride and Cilostazone 50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Cilostazone 50 Tablet is taken with Ziprasidone, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Ziprasidone and Cilostazone 50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolMesoridazine
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How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Mesoridazine is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Mesoridazine with Cilostazone 50 Tablet, is not recommended but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Cilostazone 50 Tablet is taken with Pimozide, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Pimozide with Cilostazone 50 Tablet is not generally advised, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Cilostazone 50 Tablet is taken with Sparfloxacin, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Sparfloxacin and Cilostazone 50 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
When Cilostazone 50 Tablet is taken with Thioridazine, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Thioridazine with Cilostazone 50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of arsenic trioxide with Cilostazone 50 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking arsenic trioxide with Cilostazone 50 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
Taking Cilostazone 50 Tablet with posaconazole can increase the blood levels of Cilostazone 50 Tablet. This may increase the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between posaconazole and Cilostazone 50 Tablet, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding, heart palpitations, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of amisulpride with Cilostazone 50 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking amisulpride with Cilostazone 50 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilostazone 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of darunavir with Cilostazone 50 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking darunavir with Cilostazone 50 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal, and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.
  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it is beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Take Cilostazone 50 Tablet 10's at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Intermittent claudication is the pain that occurs in the legs after walking at a specific speed and for a specific amount of time depending on the seriousness of the condition. This pain generally is not constant. It occurs during walking and exercise and relieves with rest. In this disease muscles of the leg do not get enough blood while you exercise. Sometimes it causes complications like pain occurs even when you are not exercising.

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