Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Pentoxifylline (200mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Methylxanthine Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Rheologic modifier
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	690

FAQ

What if you forget to take Oxifyline Tablet PR?

If you miss a dose of Oxifyline PR 200, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet Reviews

Oxifyline PR 200 is used to treat peripheral vascular disease (poor circulation to the arms and legs) and intermittent claudication (pain on walking or at rest caused by poor circulation to the legs). It works by increasing the blood flow to the arms and legs.

Oxifyline PR 200 medicine reduces cramping in the legs that occurs on walking in such patients. It also has beneficial effects in alcohol-related liver damage. Lifestyle modifications like smoking cessation and regular exercise can provide better results with this medicine.

It may cause headache, dizziness, dizziness, sleep disorder, and flushing as side effects. Patients taking this medicine should use caution while driving or operating machines.

How Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet Works

Oxifyline PR 200 is a peripheral vasodilator. It works by decreasing the thickness (viscosity) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels. This effect is beneficial in peripheral vascular disease, where the blood vessels in the arms and legs are narrowed.

How to Use Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Oxifyline PR 200 is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet

In Peripheral vascular disease: Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. Oxifyline PR 200 prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). It helps prevent the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
In Intermittent claudication: Intermittent claudication refers to muscle pain on mild exertion (ache, cramp, numbness or sense of fatigue), classically in the calf muscle, which occurs during exercise or even walking, and it gets better with a short period of rest. Oxifyline PR 200 helps relieve this pain in the legs that is caused due to disturbed blood supply in the legs. It helps prevent formation of blood clots, improves blood flow and maintains free flowing of blood in your body.

Uses of Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet

Peripheral vascular disease
Intermittent claudication

Oxifyline PR 200 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Oxifyline PR 200 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oxifyline PR 200 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Oxifyline PR 200 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Oxifyline PR 200 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Oxifyline PR 200. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Oxifyline PR 200 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Oxifyline PR 200 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Take it with food, preferably at the same time everyday to avoid missing a dose.
Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
Do not drive or perform activities that require mental focus until you know how Oxifyline PR 200 affects you.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor liver function while taking this medicine.

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