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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Pentoxifylline CAS NO 6493-05-6

USES: This medication is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease). Pentoxifylline can decrease the muscle aching/pain/cramps with exercise, including walking, that occur with intermittent claudication. Pentoxifylline belongs to a class of drugs known as hemorrheologic agents. It works by helping blood flow more easily through narrowed arteries. This increases the amount of oxygen that can be delivered by the blood when the muscles need more (e.g., during exercise).

HOW TO USE: Dosage is based on your medical condition, kidney function, and response to therapy.

Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop this medication without your doctor's permission. Improvement in symptoms can occur in 2-4 weeks, but it may take up to 8 weeks to get the full benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, gas, belching, and dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: unusual sweating, fast/irregular heartbeat, fainting, new/severe tiredness, weakness, bluish fingernails/lips, pale skin, cough, loss of appetite, weight loss, new diarrhea, signs of infection (e.g., fever, chills, persistent sore throat), persistent nausea, stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin, easy bruising/bleeding. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

PRECAUTIONS: Before taking pentoxifylline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to caffeine, theophylline, or theobromine; or if you have any other allergie Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, chest pain (angina), heart rhythm problems, recent major surgery, stomach ulcer, problems with the retina (e.g., retinopathy due to HIV or diabetes). Kidney function declines as you grow older. This medication is removed by the kidneys. Therefore, caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially dizziness.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is within 2 hours of your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up

STORAGE: Store tablets at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children

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