Trenlin Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Pentoxifylline

Indications/Uses

Treatment of peripheral occlusive arterial disease & arteriovenous disorders (eg, intermittent claudication or rest pain), trophic disturbances (eg, gangrene & leg ulcers), Cerebrovascular disorders (sequel to cerebral arteriosclerosis eg, difficulties in concentration, vertigo, impairment of memory).

Dosage/Direction for Use

1 tab bd-tds. Impaired renal function (CrCl <10 mL/min) 1 or 2 tab once daily.

Administration

Should be taken with food: Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.

Contraindications

Acute MI, risk of bleeding, especially recent cerebral or retinal hemorrhage or active bleeding. Pregnancy.

Special Precautions

Severe CAD, hypotension, cerebrovascular disease, hepatic or renal impairment. Lactation. Elderly.

Adverse Reactions

Nausea, GI disturbances, dizziness, headache, flushing, angina, palpitation, cardiac arrhythmia, hypersensitivity reactions.

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Drug Interactions

Anticoagulants, platelet aggregation inhibitors & thrombolytic agents, antihypertensive medications, ketorolac.

MIMS Class

Haemorrheologicals

ATC Classification

C04AD03 - pentoxifylline ; Belongs to the class of purine derivative agents. Used as peripheral vasodilators.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Trenlin film-coated tab 400 mg

Packing/Price

100's

Trenlin

pentoxifylline

Manufacturer:

CCM Pharmaceuticals

Distributor:

International Med

Marketer:

Pharmahealth