The drug "Pentoxifylline". Instructions for use.

The drug "Pentoxifylline" - a drug that improves microcirculation and oxygen supply of tissues: most of all - in the central nervous system and limbs, as well as in the kidneys, but already moderately. Has a small dilating effect for the vessels of the heart. Reduces the formation of blood clots.

The drug "Pentoxifylline" has other trade names. In the pharmacy network it can be found under the name:

• Agapurin
• «Agapurin retard»
• "Vazonit"
• Pentylin
• "Trental".

Forms of production and composition of the synthetic preparation "Pentoxifylline" instructions for use in detail describes. Its main active ingredient is pentoxifylline plus excipients, which are commonly used in the manufacture of medications.

Produced in a variety of forms:

• Tablets, coated with a shell, each package of which contains 20 or 60 pieces each
• Dragee, which is also packaged in quantities of 20 to 60 pieces
• Tablets, coated with a prolonged-action shell - in each package of 50 pieces
• Concentrate for the preparation of a solution in ampoules of 5 ml - in each package of 5 pieces. The solution is used for intra-arterial and intravenous administration, and the patient must always be in prone position during this procedure.

Of course, the drug should be prescribed by a doctor who will also determine the dosage of the drug "Pentoxifylline", the instructions for use will only bring to your attention some general rules of admission.

The drug is taken orally. It should not be chewed and should be washed down with plenty of water. As a rule, the medication is administered twice or thrice a day, observing the dosage recommended by the doctor.

The drug "Pentoxifylline" can be prescribed for treatment in the following cases:

• Violation of blood circulation, peripheral or cerebral, which is accompanied by memory impairment with dizziness and decreased concentration of attention
• Dyscirculatory and atherosclerotic angiopathy
• Varicose veins, trophic leg ulcers either gangrene or frostbite
• Ischemic condition, and also after a stroke

• Pathology in the choroid or retina of the eye, associated with impaired blood circulation
• The pathology of the vessels of the inner ear, which is accompanied by a decrease in hearing.

A more complete list of indications for the use of the drug "Pentoxifylline" instructions for use contains, along with information on contraindications and side effects.

Contraindicated taking this medication in the event that the patient suffered a heart attack either in the presence of bleeding, and also if there is a bleeding in the retina of the eye or in the brain. And the most elementary contraindication is the intolerance of any components of the drug.

Side effects, like many drugs, are very common: nausea or vomiting, there may be diarrhea. Occasionally there are headaches and dizziness, as well as various manifestations of allergic reactions.

It is not superfluous to mention that the drug "Pentoxifylline" (instructions for use also warns about this), should not be used during pregnancy and during breastfeeding, and in any case should not drink alcohol during treatment. In addition, the instructions contain other specific instructions for the use of the drug, which must be studied in order not to harm yourself with treatment. Although there should be no cause for concern, after all, the doctor appointing Pentoxifylline will take everything into account, and the patient will only have to remember that the drug can be stored in a dark, cool place where children do not have access. It can be stored for five years.