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Cilotab, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Leg Cramps. The alternative uses of Cilotab have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cilotab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cilotab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cilotab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cilotab is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cilotab related warnings talks about Cilotab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cilotab have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cilotab may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cilotab is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cilotab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cilotab is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cilotab safe for pregnant women?
Cilotab may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cilotab, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cilotab safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cilotab on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cilotab will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Kidneys?
Cilotab rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Liver?
Cilotab may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cilotab on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Cilotab on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Cilotab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cilotab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cilotab habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cilotab has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cilotab as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cilotab only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cilotab is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cilotab
Taking Cilotab with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cilotab
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cilotab and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pletal (cilostazol)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 319-320