TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB

Overview

TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB is a Schedule H drug.

TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB is composed of: PENTOXIFYLLINE (400 MG)

Pentoxifylline causes changes in your blood that help improve blood flow. This also helps your blood carry oxygen to your tissues and organs.Pentoxifylline reduces the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs when walking) due to narrowing of blood vessels
It is used to improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems in the hands and feet.It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels. This effect is beneficial in peripheral vascular disease, where the blood vessels in the arms and legs are narrowed.

Usage

PENTOXIFYLLINE is generally used to treat: Intermitten Claudication, Peripheral Vascular Disease
PENTOXIFYLLINE can address symptoms like: Hips Numbness, Hips Joint Pain, Hips Weakness, Thighs Weakness, Thighs Pain, Thighs Numbness, Thighs Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB and its Constituents


  • You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to pentoxifylline.
  • You also should not use pentoxifylline if you have recently had any type of bleeding in your brain or the retina of your eyes.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take pentoxifylline in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • While using pentoxifylline, you may need frequent blood tests.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet.
  • Swallow it whole.
  • It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Patients taking pentoxifylline are advised to exercise caution while driving or operating machines.
  • Do not stand up and raise from the bed quickly as it may cause dizziness.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PENTOXIFYLLINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Agitation, Fever, Fainting, Anxiety, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Diarrhoea, Gas, Heartburn, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Discomfort, Lightheadedness, Weakness (generalized), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Serious Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Chest Pain

Rare Side-Effects

PENTOXIFYLLINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Easy Bleeding, Irregular Heartbeat

Technical Classification

PENTOXIFYLLINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS COAGULATION MODIFIERS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily48%
3 Times Daily36%
Once Daily7%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days38%
42 Days12%
60 Days9%
7 Days9%
28 Days9%
14 Days7%
56 Days5%
15 Days5%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs15%
35 to 50yrs28%
50 to 60yrs24%
60 to 70yrs10%
70yrs and above24%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females35%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Surgeon53%
Physician14%
Cardio Thoracic Surgeon10%
Gastroenterologist4%
Neurologist3%
Orthopaedist3%
Hematologist2%
None2%
Pediatrician1%
Cardiac Surgeon1%
Psychiatrist1%
General Surgery1%
Cardiologist1%
Nephrologist1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

HEXIDINE M-WASH16%
EVION SG-CAP 400MG13%
SUPRADYN TAB10%

Available Alternatives for TRENTAL 400MG ER TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLEXITAL 400MG TABINR 83.73 for 10 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
FLOWPENT 400MG TABINR 27.82 for 10 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
KINETAL 400MG TABINR 27.97 for 10 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
PENTOVAS 400MG TABINR 28.01 for 10 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
TRENTAL 400MG AMPINR for PENTOXIFYLLINE 400 MG
TRENTAL 400MG ER TABINR 32.17 for 15 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400 MG
TRENTAL 400MG TABINR 42.68 for 15 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG
TRENTAL PINK UNA 400MG TABINR 42.68 for 15 TABLETSPENTOXIFYLLINE 400.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

FLEXITAL 20MG INJINR 5.82 for 15 ML INJECTIONPENTOXIFYLLINE 20.0 MG
PENTOXIFYLLINEPENTOXIFYLLINE
TRENTAL 300MG INFUSIONINR 6.64 for 15 ML INFUSIONPENTOXIFYLLINE 300.0 MG