Pletal
Description
Pletal (generic name: cilostazol; brand names include: Pletoz) is an antiplatelet medicine.
Pletal is used for treating symptoms of intermittent claudication (leg pain) that occurs during walking or exercise.
This type of pain is caused by poor blood circulation (peripheral vascular disease) and is usually relieved by rest.
Pletal helps increase walking distance by improving blood and oxygen flow in the legs.
Recommendations
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take your medicine exactly as directed.
The usual recommended dose is 100 mg taken at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.
Precautions
Tell your doctor before taking Pletal, if:
you are allergic to ay medicines;
you have any serious medical conditions;
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: cilostazol.
