Pletaal SR 100 mg

The following are the uses and benefits of Cilostazol: 

1. Management and treatment of thrombotic complications of coronary angioplasty:
2. For intermittent claudication:

The following are common side effects of taking Cilostazol: 

1. Back pain
2. Dizziness and headache
3. Increased cough
4. Pain or stiffness in the muscles
5. Sore throat
6. Swelling of the arms or legs

If any of the following side effects occur, the patients should seek emergency medical attention:

1. Fast or irregular heartbeat
2. Palpitation
3. Chest pain or discomfort

Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet inhibits phosphodiesterase activity and suppresses cAMP degradation in the body. Increased concentrations of cAMP subsequently lead to increased concentrations of protein kinase A (PKA). Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet Increased PKA is directly related to the inhibition of platelet aggregation, and increased PKA directly relates to the formation of platelets.

• Allergy to any component or ingredients of Cilostazol. 
• Inform the prescribing doctors if you take other antihypertensive medicines to avoid hypotension or severe low blood pressure. 
• Avoid driving machinery or vehicles for this medication can cause dizziness. 
• Use caution in patients with renal impairment and hepatic impairment.
• Avoid taking cilostazol with 2 or more blood-thinner medications such as aspirin.

• Pletaal 50mg 
• Pletaal SR 100mg

How do patients’ take this medicine?

• Take Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet precisely as prescribed by your doctor or indicated on the label. But this is usually taken twice a day. Intervals of 30 minutes before or 2 hours after breakfast and dinner.  Take no more or less than your doctor has prescribed.
• Dosage of Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet will differ in every patient depending on their conditions.

What should do the patients do if they miss a dose?

• Take the missed dose immediately upon recall. If the next dose starts, skip the missed dose and proceed to the usual amount. Do not double dose to avoid overdosage. 

If you frequently forget to take your doses, setting the alarm will serve as a reminder. Consult your pharmacist for additional tips on remembering to take your medication.
What special dietary instructions should the patients follow while taking Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet?

• Avoid alcohol and alcoholic beverages.
• Avoid taking grapefruit.

Nicotine-containing products such as cigarettes must be avoided, to avoid reducing how the cilostazol work. 

Is Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet is not generally recommended in pregnant patients or nursing mothers. 
When should patients not take this medicine?
Allergy to any component or ingredients of Cilostazol (Pletaal SR) 100mg Tablet.