Description
Pentoxifylline Tablets 0.1 g №30
Ingredients:
- Each tablet contains 0.1 g of Pentoxifylline as the active ingredient.
Dosage:
- The usual dose is one tablet three times a day with meals.
Indications:
- Pentoxifylline is indicated for the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
- It helps improve blood flow by decreasing viscosity, enhancing oxygen delivery to tissues.
Contraindications:
- Avoid Pentoxifylline if recent bleeding in the brain or eyes has occurred.
- Contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity to the drug.
Directions:
- Take Pentoxifylline exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage without medical supervision.
Scientific Evidence:
- Pentoxifylline significantly improved walking distance in patients with intermittent claudication, as shown in studies.
- Research supports its efficacy in peripheral vascular diseases.
Additional Information:
- Pentoxifylline may interact with certain medications, like anticoagulants.
- Use cautiously in patients with bleeding disorders.
Pharmacological Effects:
- Pentoxifylline inhibits phosphodiesterase and adenosine uptake.
- This action increases red blood cell flexibility and decreases blood viscosity.
- Improves microcirculation and tissue perfusion, especially in areas with compromised blood flow.
Clinical Trials and Comparative Effectiveness:
- Pentoxifylline is effective in improving symptoms and increasing walking distance in peripheral artery disease.
- Compared to other vasodilators, it has shown comparable efficacy with a more favorable side effect profile.