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Composition :

CILOSTAZOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mediva Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

50, OKHLA INDUSTRIAL ESTATE PHASE-III NEW DELHI DL 110020 IN
Other Info - CIL0029

FAQs

Cilokem 50mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Cilokem 50mg Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. Cilokem 50mg Tablet works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the lower limbs.

Yes, Cilokem 50mg Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may lead to bleeding or an injury. Immediately inform your doctor if you observe any abnormal damaging or bleeding.

Cilokem 50mg Tablet decreases your risk of developing blood clots in the veins of your leg, heart, lungs, and brain. You may not feel any change after taking Cilokem 50mg Tablet . However, keep taking this Cilokem 50mg Tablet as recommended by your doctor as you will still be receiving its full advantages.

Since Cilokem 50mg Tablet widens veins, it generally reduces blood pressure. Hence, if you are taking medicines that lower blood pressure, you should be cautious. Taking Cilokem 50mg Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering medicines may reduce your blood pressure to very low amounts. Monitor your blood pressure frequently and talk to your doctor if dose adjustment is needed. Cilokem 50mg Tablet has also been reported to raise blood pressure and the reason for which is unknown.

Yes, Cilokem 50mg Tablet causes blood thinning. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cell) from sticking together and forming clots.

Please consult your doctor if Cilokem 50mg Tablet needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Cilokem 50mg Tablet a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.

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Alcohol

Caution

You can drink alcohol with Cilokem 50mg Tablet . But do not drink too much while taking this medicine. It can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Cilokem 50mg Tablet may cause dizziness. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery when you take Cilokem 50mg Tablet .

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Cilokem 50mg Tablet is safely given to the liver patients as there have been no published reports of hepatotoxicity. No dosage adjustment is necessary for patients with liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Cilokem 50mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Cilokem 50mg Tablet have not been established in children.

About Cilokem 50mg Tablet

Cilokem 50mg Tablet consists of the anti-platelet drug (blood thinner) primarily used to treat intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs). Intermittent claudication is the pain that occurs in the legs after walking at a specific speed and for a specific amount of time depending on the seriousness of the condition. This pain generally is not constant. It occurs during walking and exercise and relieves with rest.

Cilokem 50mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Cilokem 50mg Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. Cilokem 50mg Tablet works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the lower limbs.

Take Cilokem 50mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cilokem 50mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, dizziness, diarrhea, abnormal stool, palpitations (racing or skipping a heartbeat), chest pain, bleeding, loss of appetite, and rashes. Most of these side effects of Cilokem 50mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Cilokem 50mg Tablet or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia). Cilokem 50mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Cilokem 50mg Tablet

Intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs).

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Cilokem 50mg Tablet plays a vital role to prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in your veins by making platelets (clotting agents) sticking together. Cilokem 50mg Tablet is used to decrease the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs that develops when walking and improves when resting that is produced by narrowing of the vein that supplies blood to the legs). Cilokem 50mg Tablet works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the legs.

Directions for Use

Take Cilokem 50mg Tablet on an empty stomach as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Cilokem 50mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Abnormal stool
  • Palpitations (racing or skipping a heartbeat)
  • Chest pain
  • Bleeding
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rashes

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Cilokem 50mg Tablet or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Prolonged use of Cilokem 50mg Tablet can cause bleeding problems (like nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, and easy bruising). If you are going to have any surgery, discontinue taking Cilokem 50mg Tablet before the surgery. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like heart failure, chest pain, heart attack, and heart surgery. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken if you have an increased risk of bleeding like stomach ulcers, stroke, or problems with your eyes if you have diabetes. Before taking Cilokem 50mg Tablet inform your doctor if your blood pressure is not well controlled. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken in conditions if you have severe kidney disease. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Cilokem 50mg Tablet should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia). Cilokem 50mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CilostazolThioridazine
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CilostazolSparfloxacin
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CilostazolThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Cilokem 50mg Tablet is taken with Thioridazine, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Thioridazine with Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Cilokem 50mg Tablet is taken with Sparfloxacin, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Sparfloxacin and Cilokem 50mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Cilokem 50mg Tablet is taken with Pimozide, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Pimozide with Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not generally advised, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Mesoridazine is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Mesoridazine with Cilokem 50mg Tablet, is not recommended but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Cilokem 50mg Tablet is taken with Ziprasidone, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Ziprasidone and Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
When Cilokem 50mg Tablet is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Cisapride and Cilokem 50mg Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CilostazolSotalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
Co-administration of sotalol with Cilokem 50mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking sotalol with Cilokem 50mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CilostazolAprepitant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Aprepitant with Cilokem 50mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprepitant with Cilokem 50mg Tablet may cause an interaction, it is safe to do so if advised by your doctor. If you feel dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding, palpitations, or an abnormal heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CilostazolDalteparin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
Co-administration of dalteparin with Cilokem 50mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking dalteparin with Cilokem 50mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CilostazolLansoprazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilokem 50mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Lansoprazole with Cilokem 50mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lansoprazole with Cilokem 50mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • DILTIAZEM
  • LOVASTATIN
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  • ATORVASTATIN
  • HALOFANTRINE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • FUROSEMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal, and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.
  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it is beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Take Cilokem 50mg Tablet at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.

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