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See related Trental information |
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Manufacturer |
sanofi-aventis |
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Distributor |
Hong Kong: LF Asia/Macau: Four Star |
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Contents |
Pentoxifylline |
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Indications |
Arterial & arteriovenous circulatory disorders. Conditions of impaired cerebral circulation, ischaemic & post-apoplectic states. Peripheral arterial & arteriovenous circulatory disorders of arteriosclerotic, diabetic or inflammatory origin. Impaired eye & internal ear circulation. |
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Dosage |
Tab 1 tab bd-tds. Amp 1 infusion of 100-600 mg in 100-500 mL infusion liqd 1-2 times daily. In advanced cases, a continuous IV infusion of 1,200 mg over 24 hr or 2 infusions of 600 mg each over at least 6 hr. Max: 1,200 mg/24 hr. |
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Administration |
Should be taken with food |
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Contraindications |
Severe cerebral hemorrhage; massive retinal hemorrhage. Massive bleeding. Pregnancy. |
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Special Precautions |
Severe coronary & cerebral sclerosis w/ HTN; hypotension, circulatory instability; severe cardiac arrhythmias, MI, increased bleeding tendency. impaired renal & liver function. Do not inject into carotid artery in advanced arteriosclerosis. Lactation. Childn. |
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Adverse Drug Reactions |
Rarely, GI effects; hypersensitivity reactions.
View ADR Monitoring Form |
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Drug Interactions |
May potentiate effects of antihypertensives. High parenteral dose may intensify hypoglycemic action of insulin & oral hypoglycemics. Theophylline.
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Pregnancy Category (US FDA) |
Category C: Either studies in animals have revealed adverse effects on the foetus (teratogenic or embryocidal or other) and there are no controlled studies in women or studies in women and animals are not available. Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus. |
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ATC Classification |
C04AD03 - pentoxifylline ; Belongs to the class of purine derivative agents. Used as peripheral vasodilators. |
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Presentation/Packing |
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Packing |
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Trental coated tablet |
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Trental injection |
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Trental 100 mg x 5 mL x 5's |
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Manufacturer: |
sanofi-aventis |
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Distributor: |
Hong Kong: LF Asia
Macau: Four Star |
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