Pentoxifylline : How to Use - Trental, oxypentifylline

Pentoxifylline - Systemic

Brand Names

Trental, oxypentifylline Pentoxifylline *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it before swallowing.

Pentoxifylline must be taken with meals to lessen the risk of stomach upset . Taking an antacid with the drug may also help.

Dosage

The dose of pentoxifylline will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of pentoxifylline If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - extended-release tablets:
- For peripheral vascular disease - circulation problems:
  - Adults 400 milligrams - mg two to three times a day, taken with meals.
  - Children Use must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.