Medication info

Opsilta Tablet 50 mg (Cilostazol)

Prescription medicationTablet경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Cilostazol›50mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)라이트팜텍
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202003308 · Approved 2020.05.07

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.05.07. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of chronic arterial occlusive disease (ulcers, pain, etc.) and prevention of recurrence of cerebral infarction
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As cilostazol, the usual adult dosage is 100 mg orally twice a day. Dosage may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)라이트팜텍

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of chronic arterial occlusive disease (ulcers, pain, etc.) and prevention of recurrence of cerebral infarction

  • Chronic arterial occlusive disease
  • ulcers
  • pain
  • cold sensation
  • ischemic symptoms
  • cerebral infarction
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This medication helps alleviate ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, cold sensation, etc., caused by chronic arterial occlusive disease. It also has a suppressive effect on the recurrence of cerebral infarction after it occurs, playing an important role in maintaining cerebrovascular health. Therefore, it is used to relieve symptoms related to blood circulation disorders and to prevent recurrence.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication improves blood circulation and inhibits platelet aggregation. Caution should be exercised as heart rate may increase upon taking this medication, and symptoms of angina may need to be monitored closely. This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding or those at high risk for bleeding. Patients with heart failure should avoid using this medication as symptoms may worsen. Individuals allergic to this medication or its components should not take it. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients on anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, etc., should be cautious as they may have an increased risk of bleeding. Women during menstruation should use this medication cautiously due to the risk of bleeding. Patients with heart disease, renal failure, liver failure, diabetes, and hypertension should exercise special caution when taking this medication. This medication can cause arrhythmias or impaired heart function; symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately if they occur. If symptoms such as bleeding, headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, skin rash, or breathing difficulties occur, use should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery as dizziness may occur. The blood concentration of this medication may change when taken with certain drugs, so it should be taken after consulting with a physician. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should discontinue breastfeeding while on this medication, and women who may become pregnant should avoid taking it. Children and the elderly may require dosage adjustments and careful monitoring when using this medication. In the case of overdose, severe headache, hypotension, arrhythmias, etc., may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • cold sweat
  • paleness
  • cerebral hemorrhage
  • headache
  • vomiting
  • impaired consciousness
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  • hemiplegia
  • pulmonary hemorrhage
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • hematuria
  • pancytopenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • aplastic anemia
  • interstitial pneumonia
  • fever
  • cough
  • difficulty in breathing
  • abnormal chest X-ray findings
  • eosinophilia
  • congestive heart failure
  • myocardial infarction
  • angina
  • ventricular tachycardia
  • jaundice
  • elevated AST
  • A

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dyspepsia
  • loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
  • itching
  • rash
  • pruritus
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  • back pain
  • infection
  • chills
  • malaise
  • neck stiffness
  • pelvic pain
  • retroperitoneal hemorrhage
  • atrial fibrillation
  • atrial flutter
  • ventricular tachycardia
  • paroxysmal atrial tachycardia
  • ventricular ectopic beats
  • blood pressure lowering
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • palpitations
  • tachycardia
  • blood pressure elevation
  • anxiety
  • agitation
  • dizziness
  • insomnia
  • numbness
  • drowsiness
  • tremor
  • cholelithiasis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

Store this medication in a sealed container to prevent air entry and maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help ensure the medication's efficacy is preserved safely for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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