Cilostazol Tablets

Adult dose

Typically, for adults, take 1 tablet orally twice a day.

This medication may increase heart rate and trigger angina symptoms such as chest pain; thus, careful observation for angina symptoms is required. It should not be used in patients with a risk of bleeding or who have recently suffered from hemorrhagic diseases, patients with heart failure, those allergic to this medication or its components, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance disorders. Patients currently taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents, women menstruating, patients with heart diseases, severely impaired kidney or liver function, diabetes patients, hypertensive patients, and those with arrhythmias should use this medication with caution. Severe adverse reactions such as bleeding, decreased blood cell counts, interstitial pneumonia, heart-related side effects, and jaundice may occur, and immediate consultation with healthcare providers is essential if symptoms arise. Dizziness may occur, so caution is advised while driving or operating machinery. This medication is metabolized in the liver, so co-administration with certain drugs may alter blood concentrations; therefore, consulting a physician or pharmacist is necessary if other medications are being taken. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding should be discontinued if this medication is administered. Children and the elderly may require dosage adjustments or careful observation due to differing bodily functions. Overdosage may result in symptoms like headaches, diarrhea, hypotension, and tachycardia, necessitating immediate medical attention, and this medication is not removed by dialysis. Store in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, and keep in a cool place away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, headaches, nausea, vomiting, altered consciousness, hemiplegia, hematuria, bleeding tendency (intracranial hemorrhage, pulmonary hemorrhage, gastrointestinal bleeding, ocular fundus hemorrhage, etc.), interstitial pneumonia (fever, cough, difficulty breathing), congestive heart failure, angina, ventricular tachycardia, jaundice, increased AST, ALT, ALP, LDH, left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances

Mild side effects

• Palpitations
• anxiety
• occasional headaches
• heaviness in the head
• dizziness
• insomnia
• numbness
• drowsiness
• tremors
• lower back pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is best to keep the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C, rather than in extremely hot or cold conditions.

Appearance

Green oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle