Pentoxifylline

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Pentoxifylline, also known as oxpentifylline, is a xanthine derivative used as a drug to treat muscle pain in people with peripheral artery disease.[4] It is generic and sold under many brand names worldwide.[1] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 Mechanism 4 Research 5 See also 6 References 7 External links Medical uses Its primary use in medicine is to reduce pain, cramping, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs which occurs due to intermit...

I would like to know what this medication is used for? ## Pentoxifylline is used to treat intermittent claudication resulting from obstructed arteries in the limbs, and vascular dementia. Pentoxifylline has also been used to treat nausea and headaches in the mountains (altitude sickness).

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Trying to learn why Pentoxifylline is no longer available. the pill is oval, light lavendar, has the word MYLAN and the #357. Used to increase circulation ## I am not 100% certain, but it could be because the FDA has started a crackdown on the availability of medications that were never approved to begin with. They have had to force some companies to remove them from the market and stop manufacturing them, until such a time as they can be properly tested for safety. Have you spoken to your doctor about an alternative? ## Trental (pentoxifylline) certainly remains an FDA-approved drugs. While there are still spotty and unexplained shortages, as of now (late October 2010) they are not nearly as bad, and you should be able to find it either easily or with a moderate amount of searching. ##...

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I have just started taking Pentoxifylline and am wondering if anyone has experienced bad side effects? I have very poor circulation in my feet. It seems too soon, but I believe I am already feeling better. I am taking it for failed tarsal tunnel surgery and am interested in talking with other people about this drug. I am a 67 year old female. Seems to be quite difficult to find other people taking it. My brother is very concerned about me having a brain bleed. Are there any statistics on this? Any information you can provide will be deeply appreciated. Thank you. ## The FDA lists the typical side effects of Pentoxifylline as possibly including nausea, gas, dizziness, and headache. Ref: Pentoxifylline Information Has your doctor advised you to take any special precautions? Usually, it...

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Pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline, also known as oxpentifylline, is a xanthine derivative used as a drug to treat muscle pain in people with peripheral artery disease.[4] It is generic and sold under many brand names worldwide.[1] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 Mechanism 4 Research 5 See also 6 References 7 External links Medical uses Its primary use in medicine is to reduce pain, cramping, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs which occurs due to intermit...

Pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline, also known as oxpentifylline, is a xanthine derivative used as a drug to treat muscle pain in people with peripheral artery disease.[4] It is generic and sold under many brand names worldwide.[1] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 Mechanism 4 Research 5 See also 6 References 7 External links Medical uses Its primary use in medicine is to reduce pain, cramping, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs which occurs due to intermit...

What is Pentosifylli used for ## Pentoxifylline, commonly sold under the trade name Trental is used to help improve blood flow. More information: Do you have any other questions? ## what is PENTOXIFYLLI user for? ## My dog is taking Pentoxifylli 400mg 2tab 2 x a day and I am reading this is for blood flow....my dog was prescribed this for allergies....Is this drug to be used for enviromental allergies also/ this is generic for Trental. Thanks for your time to my inquiry....

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mylan 357 light purple ## Located a match it's Pentoxifylline 400 mg, which is used to treat intermittent claudication resulting from obstructed arteries in the limbs, and vascular dementia. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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white oval pill ## I located the pill in description to be Pentoxifylline (400 mg). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you.

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What are interactions of methocarbamol with allopurinol, methylphenidate, clonazepam, Lexapro, coated aspirin, nabumetone, triamterene/hydrochlorothiazide, pentoxifylline, tamulosin, Benicar, pramipexole, and nabumetone? ## Hello, Alton! How are you? The only interaction I found listed between any of these, with the Methocarbamol is combining it with the Clonazepam, since both can cause sedation, which could be detrimental to some people. The FDA classifies Methocarbamol as a muscle relaxant and lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Have these all been prescribed for you? ## Thats Not an answer on side affects. Methocarbamol with clonazapam & ....... So what are the side affects. I suffer with osteoarthritis, myofacial pain, ...

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White, oblong. No markings on the other side. ## The closest match I could find is a white oblong pill imprinted with "APO 033" on one side and blank on the other. It has been identified as Pentoxifylline ER 400 mg. Manufacturer: Apotex Corp. National Drug Code (NDC): 60505-0033 Pentoxifylline is used to improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems to reduce aching, cramping, and tiredness in the hands and feet. It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood. This change allows your blood to flow more easily, especially in the small blood vessels of the hands and feet. Does this sound like a possible match, perhaps if the markings aren't clear?

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This is an oblongue white pill with the letters BVF on one side and the numbers 0117 on the other. I have a toothache, can I use it for that? ## Hi, Dolphin! No, this will not help with dental pain. Pentoxifylline is used to help treat blood clotting in certain medical conditions. Learn more Pentoxifylline details here. Was this prescribed for you?

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fairly big round orange coated pill (white inside) that says apo 400 on it ## The only match I am finding is described as pink by the manufacturer, but colors are subjective, it is coated and white inside. It contains 400mgs of Pentoxifylline, a generic for Trental, it is an anticoagulant from Canada. You can read more on the drug here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## Orange, says APO 500 on one side, nothing on the other. Hard capsule shape. I know it came from Canada. I think its some antibiotic but I dont know for sure. ## Ibuprofen! They come in 400s and 600s. Side Note: I once had a toothache, I took 8 extra strength Advil over the course of a day. I woke up the next day to rhythmic intense pain in my upper left abdomen. Had to call an ambulance... Advil had caused p...

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A compounded white cream prescribed for relief from itching / skin rashes ## Why would my dermatologist prescribe this when I don't itch? He says I have Schamburg's Purpura. May or may not go away. Wouldn't an oral treatment such as Trental (pentoxifylline) be quicker in aiding the purpura? ## Well, what would work best for your condition is something that only your doctor can evaluate and decide. As to this topical treatment, it does treat much more than just the itching. It helps relieve swelling, redness, itching, and many other skin problems. Here's some links with more info: Triamcinolone Info Click Here More Info Click Here Remember, your Derm has been treating this for years, and knows what is effective and what isn't. It is also commonplace for docs to try ...

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it is shaped a little like a lortab. i thought it was a lortab at first because i have seen a generic lortab 5mg and the one i saw had the numbers 357 on it but I don't know about the mylan ## This tablet contains 400mgs of Pentoxifylline, the active ingredient in Trental, it is used to improve blood circulation. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments?

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How can I counteract the anxiety side effect of Pentoxifylline? I'm aware that it is a D1 receptor agonist. Could a D1 antagonist solve the problem? ## Just an update, I’m currently trying Alpha-Stim ECS device

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pliva ## This is Pentoxifylline Extended Release 400mgs, a generic for Trental. This is used to keep red blood cells more felixible and to thin the blood. It helps to relieve the cramping associated with poor leg vein circulation.

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WHITE OBLONG APO 033 imprinted on pill ## This is Pentoxifylline, a generic for Trental. This is an anticoagulant.

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NDC Database

Pentoxifylline 400 mg Extended Release Tablet by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc ## Markings: BVF;0117 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0093-5116-01, 0093-5116-05

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Pentoxifylline 400 mg Extended Release Tablet by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. ## Markings: MYLAN;357 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: Purple ## Package Codes: 0378-0357-01, 0378-0357-05