Pletal (Cilostazol)

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Description

Pletal (cilostazol) is a phosphodiesterase III inhibitor (PDE III inhibitor) used to improve the symptoms of intermittent claudication.

Pletal comes in 50 mg and 100 mg tablets.


Fact Table

Formula

C20H27N5O2

License

US DailyMed

Bioavailability

90%

Legal status

Rx-Only

Chemical Name

Cilostazol

Elimination half-life

11–13 hours

Dosage (Strength)

50mg, 100mg

Pregnancy

contraindicated

Brands

Pletal

Protein binding

95–98%

PubChem CID

2754

MedlinePlus

a601038

ChEBI

31401

ATC code

B01AC23

DrugBank

DB01166

KEGG

D01896

Routes of administration

By mouth (tablets)

Directions

The recommended dosage is 100 mg by mouth twice daily, 30 minutes before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.

The dose may be reduced to 50 mg by mouth twice daily when taken with ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, diltiazem, ticlopidine, fluconazole, and omeprazole. 

Ingredients

Cilostazol is the active ingredient in each tablet.

Contraindications

You should not take Pletal if you have heart failure.

Discuss your allergies with your doctor. You should not take Pletal if you are allergic to cilostazol or any of the other ingredients in Pletal as it can cause severe hypersensitivity reactions in those who are sensitive.

Cautions

WARNING: CONTRAINDICATED IN HEART FAILURE PATIENTS

See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.

PLETAL is contraindicated in patients with heart failure of any severity. Cilostazol and several of its metabolites are inhibitors of phosphodiesterase III. Several drugs with the pharmacologic effect have caused decreased survival compared to placebo patients with class III-IV heart failure. 

Tell your doctor if you have heart problems. Pletal can increase your heart rate or cause palpitations or low blood pressure.

Left ventricular outflow tract obstruction has been observed in some patients who were treated with Pletal. After starting Pletal, you should be monitored for a new murmur or heart symptoms.

Pletal can cause low blood counts.

Pletal can cause hemostatic disorders or bleeding. Pletal should be avoided in these patients.

Talk to your doctor about all the medications you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant.

Let your doctor know if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

Side Effects

Pletal can cause side effects such as:

  • Swelling of your legs or hands
  • Pharyngitis
  • Heart palpitations
  • Infection
  • Indigestion
  • Increased heart rate
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness

Contact your doctor right away if you experience any side effects while taking Pletal.

Reference:

Pletal Rockville, MD: Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.; 2015.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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