Silontas Tablet (Cilostazol)

Adult dosage

As cilostazol, the usual adult dose is 100mg taken orally twice a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

This medication may increase heart rate, which could pose a risk of angina symptoms, so it is important to closely monitor for symptoms such as chest pain. This medication should not be used in patients with a high risk of bleeding, such as those with hemophilia or recent bleeding stroke. It is generally not recommended for patients with congestive heart failure as symptoms may worsen. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to this medication or its components, pregnant women, or breastfeeding mothers should also not take this medication. Patients taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents, women during menstruation, and those with coronary artery stenosis should use this medication cautiously. Patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function, diabetes, or consistently high blood pressure also require caution. Patients with arrhythmias or structural heart anomalies should be careful as heart problems could arise with this medication. This medication can cause serious side effects such as bleeding, decrease in blood cells, interstitial pneumonia, heart problems, and liver dysfunction; immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required if any abnormal symptoms occur. Dizziness may occur, so caution is needed while driving or operating machinery. As this medication is metabolized in the liver, taking it with certain drugs may alter blood concentration, so it should be discussed with a doctor, and it is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice. In pregnant or breastfeeding women, this medication should be avoided, and breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment. Children, infants, and the elderly should be used with special caution as their physical functions may differ. In cases of overdose, severe headaches, diarrhea, hypotension, arrhythmias, etc., may occur, and immediate contact with healthcare professionals for appropriate treatment is necessary.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweats
• paleness
• cerebral hemorrhage
• intracranial hemorrhage
• tendency to bleed
• pulmonary hemorrhage

Mild side effects

• Headache
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• abdominal pain
• itching
• rash
• pruritus

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Storing it this way helps to maintain the medication's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

White, round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle