Cilostazol Tablet (Cilostazol)

Adult dose

Cilostazol, typically, the usual adult dosage is 100 mg orally twice a day. The dosage may be adjusted appropriately depending on age and symptoms.

This medication may cause an increase in heart rate, which can manifest as chest pain such as angina, so it is important to carefully monitor for signs of angina. It should not be administered to patients at risk of bleeding or those who have had a recent hemorrhagic stroke, active peptic ulcer, or uncontrolled hypertension, and patients with congestive heart failure should avoid using this medication as it may worsen symptoms. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to this drug or its components, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medication. Patients taking anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, etc., may be at increased risk of bleeding, so administration should be done with caution. Women on their menstrual period should also use this medication carefully as there may be an increased risk of bleeding. Patients with heart disease, renal failure, liver failure, or diabetes may have an increased risk of metabolic effects or side effects from this drug, so administration should be done carefully according to the doctor's judgment. During treatment with this medication, if any unusual symptoms such as bleeding, fever, or pharyngitis occur, medical personnel should be informed immediately, and blood tests should be conducted to check for abnormalities. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. This drug is metabolized in the liver, so when taken with certain medications, the blood concentration may increase, raising the risk of side effects; therefore, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist about any concurrent medications. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and if they are taking it, breastfeeding should be discontinued. The safety of this drug has not been established in children or low birth weight infants, so caution is advised in their use. Elderly patients may have decreased physical function, which could increase the risk of side effects, so dosage adjustments may be necessary. In case of an overdose, severe headache, diarrhea, hypotension, and rapid heart rate may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, high fever, severe rash, blisters, peeling skin, pain of mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, breathing difficulties accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes, jaundice, generalized malaise, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly decreased urine output,

Mild side effects

• Headache
• anxiety
• agitation
• diarrhea
• nausea
• dyspepsia
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain
• itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and is best kept at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This is to maintain the efficacy of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle