Stilowalk 100 Tablet
Manufacturer
Unilex Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Cilostazol (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Stilowalk 100 Tablet is used to treat pain in the legs due to insufficient blood flow (intermittent claudication) and reduce cramping, numbness, or weakness in the legs.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Stilowalk 100 Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor. It may cause side effects like headache, vomiting, edema, diarrhea, dizziness, palpitation, abdominal pain, abnormal stools, and edema. Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see a pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Stilowalk 100 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Vomiting Edema Diarrhea Dizziness Palpitation Abdominal pain Abnormal stools Edema
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Stilowalk 100 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Stilowalk 100 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Stilowalk 100 Tablet 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.
Interacting Medicines
Clotrimazole Esomeprazole Fluconazole Itraconazole
How it works
Stilowalk 100 Tablet widens the blood vessels and decreases the stickiness of the platelets, thereby increasing the blood flow to the lower limbs.
Quick Tips
Take it at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner. It may take up to 12 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks of treatment. It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Do not take it if you have heart failure, persistent chest pain at rest, or have had a heart attack or any heart surgery in the last six months.
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Frequently asked questions
Does using Stilowalk 100 Tablet increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Stilowalk 100 Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
When will I feel better after taking Stilowalk 100 Tablet?
Stilowalk 100 Tablet reduces the risk of blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart, and brain. While you may not immediately feel any difference, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because it will continue to provide its full benefits.
How long should I take Stilowalk 100 Tablet?
You should continue to take Stilowalk 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends. Your doctor will assess your progress after 3 months of treatment and may recommend you to discontinue Stilowalk 100 Tablet if it is not working for you. This medicine helps to control your condition but does not cure it. It is important to keep taking your medicine even if you feel well.
After how many days of taking Stilowalk 100 Tablet will I start feeling better?
You may not see an improvement right away. Your symptoms may start improving after 2-4 weeks of starting the treatment. However, it may take about 12 weeks to notice the full benefits of the medicines.
Should Stilowalk 100 Tablet be stopped before surgery?
Yes, if a patient is scheduled for surgery, then Stilowalk 100 Tablet should be stopped 5 days before the surgery. The reason being, Stilowalk 100 Tablet increases the risk of bleeding and may lead to excessive bleeding during surgery.
Why is Stilowalk 100 Tablet considered harmful for heart failure patients?
Stilowalk 100 Tablet should not be given to heart failure patients of any severity because it may worsen heart failure further. Medicines having a similar effects (phosphodiesterase inhibitor III) have decreased the lifespan of the patients, and therefore, it is an absolute no for heart failure patients.
Does Stilowalk 100 Tablet raise blood pressure or decrease blood pressure?
Stilowalk 100 Tablet widens blood vessels and generally decreases blood pressure. Therefore, if you are taking medicines that lower blood pressure, you should be careful. Taking Stilowalk 100 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering medicines may decrease your blood pressure to very low levels. Track your blood pressure regularly, and consult your doctor if dose adjustment is required. Stilowalk 100 Tablet has also been reported to increase blood pressure, but the reason for this is not known.
