Pletoz

Uses
Pletoz (Cilostazol) is prescribed to treat leg pain in patients affected by intermittent claudication. This condition causes pain affecting the legs which becomes worse as the patient walks or exercises. These symptoms occur as a result of insufficient oxygen levels reaching the muscles. Treatment with this antiplatelet medicine helps to provide relief from these leg cramps by widening the blood vessels and improving the flow of blood to the legs.

Dosage and Administration
Pletoz (Cilostazol) comes as 50mg tablets, which must be taken as directed by the prescribing doctor. The dosage instructions provided by the doctor prescribing the medicine must be strictly followed. Adults undergoing treatment for intermittent claudication are sometimes told to take 100mg by mouth, twice per day. The medicine is usually taken 30 minutes before breakfast and dinner (or else 2 hours after these meals). It can take as long as 12 weeks of taking the medicine before symptoms begin to improve. If no improvement occurs after 4 weeks, consult your doctor.

Side effects
Patients who are treating intermittent claudication with Pletoz (Cilostazol) may experience side effects, such as:

• Headaches
• Coughing
• Nasal congestion
• Sore joints
• Cramps in the legs

Inform your doctor if you are bothered by any side effects which occur during treatment. Medical care will be needed immediately if any severe reactions occur, such as urine containing blood, fever, inflammation of the limbs and any other serious symptoms which have not been listed here.

Precautions
Patients with any conditions that cause severe bleeding may be told by their doctor not to take this medicine.

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking this drug, due to the possibility of a dangerous interaction occurring.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Pletoz (Cilostazol) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.