Cilostazol (Systemic)
Brand Names : Pletal
Category- Platelet aggregation inhibitor
- vasodilator
DescriptionCilostazol (sil-OH-sta-zol)
improves the flow of blood through blood vessels. It is used to reduce leg
pain caused by poor circulation (intermittent claudication). Cilostazol makes
it possible to walk farther before having to rest because of leg pain.
Cilostazol works by keeping blood from clotting and by dilating or relaxing
the blood vessels.
Cilostazol is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following
dosage form:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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