Silotal Extended-Release Capsule 200 mg (Cilostazol)

Adult dose

As Cilostazol, the usual adult dose is 200 mg orally once a day. This medication is taken on an empty stomach, avoiding meals.

This medication may increase heart rate, hence the risk of angina symptoms should be carefully monitored for symptoms such as chest pain. It should not be used in patients with bleeding or a high risk of bleeding, nor in patients with heart failure or allergies to this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this medication. Patients taking anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, or thrombolytics should be cautious as the risk of bleeding may increase. Women who are menstruating should also be carefully administered due to bleeding risks. Patients with heart disease or severely impaired kidney and liver functions may have an increased risk of side effects due to difficulties in metabolism and excretion of this medication. Patients with diabetes or poorly controlled hypertension should also exercise caution when taking this medication. Various side effects such as headaches, diarrhea, palpitations, and joint pain may occur during the use of this medication; therefore, if any abnormal symptoms arise, consultation with medical personnel should be sought immediately. Dizziness may occur while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. Taking this medication with meals may increase blood concentration and the risk of side effects, so it is advisable to take it on an empty stomach and maintain a 3-hour interval from meals. As this medication can interact with other drugs, it is important to inform your healthcare provider of any medications you are taking, especially when combined with drugs that inhibit liver metabolic enzymes, as dosage adjustments may be necessary. Pregnant or nursing mothers should not take this medication as it may affect the fetus or baby. Children and the elderly may have different physiological functions, so special caution is necessary during administration. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as headaches, diarrhea, hypotension, and cardiac arrhythmias may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. During treatment, carefully monitor for any signs of bleeding or abnormalities in blood, and if any issues arise, treatment should be stopped and medical care sought immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling ( edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, abnormal breathing with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• joint swelling
• limb pain
• chest discomfort
• phototoxic reaction
• rash
• hives
• itching
• back pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperature at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A capsule consisting of a white or light yellow granular substance, with an upper and lower white hard capsule.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 200 capsules/bottle