Rostalsar Capsule 200mg (Cilostazol)

Adult dose

Cilostazol: The usual dose for adults is 200mg taken orally once daily. This medication should be taken on an empty stomach, avoiding food.

This drug may cause rapid heart rate, which can lead to angina symptoms such as chest pain; therefore, careful observation of these symptoms should be conducted during treatment. Patients at high risk for bleeding, or those with recent hemorrhagic stroke, uncontrolled hypertension, active peptic ulcer, etc., should not use this medication. Patients with congestive heart failure, those with previous allergic reactions to this drug, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant should also refrain from taking it. Careful management is required when used in conjunction with anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, etc., due to increased bleeding risk; doctor's guidance is necessary. Women who are menstruating, patients with heart disease, and those with severely impaired liver or kidney function, as well as diabetic patients, should also use this medication cautiously. Side effects that may occur include headache, diarrhea, palpitations, joint pain, discomfort in the chest, etc.; immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary in case of serious adverse reactions. Dizziness may occur during treatment, so caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery, and taking the medication on an empty stomach is recommended to reduce the risk of side effects due to increased drug concentration when consumed with food. This drug is metabolized in the liver; therefore, drug concentrations may vary when taken with certain medications, so it is crucial to discuss concomitant medications with a doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication; particularly, women who may become pregnant should confirm their pregnancy status before taking it. Safety in children or newborns has not been established, so caution is necessary for their use, and elderly patients may require dosage adjustments due to decreased bodily functions. In case of overdose, symptoms such as severe headache, diarrhea, hypotension, and rapid heartbeat may occur; immediate medical attention is needed for proper treatment. During treatment, any signs of bleeding, blood disorders, cardiac symptoms, or allergic reactions should be reported to healthcare providers immediately, and regular blood tests and health status checks are necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes, profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• palpitations
• swelling of joints
• limb pain
• chest discomfort
• photosensitivity reactions
• rash
• urticaria
• itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

A hard capsule with upper and lower white casing containing white or pale yellow granules.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle