Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's belongs to a class of medicines called Hemorrheologic agents (affects blood viscosity), primarily used to treat pain in the legs due to insufficient blood flow (intermittent claudication). It also reduces cramping, numbness, or weakness in the legs on walking in such patients. Intermittent claudication is a peripheral vascular disease in which you have cramp-like pain in your legs when you walk and is caused by an insufficient blood supply in your legs.

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's works by decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels, especially in the small blood vessels of the hands and feet. It can also increase the distance you can walk without pain since it improves your legs' blood circulation. It is recommended in patients whose pain has not improved even after lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and doing regular exercise.

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's should be taken regularly in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the exact dosage and how often you have to take Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's based on your medical condition. You may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, lightheadedness, sleep problems, intrahepatic cholestasis (removal of bile from the liver is blocked), abdomen pain, constipation, and urine discolouration in some cases. Most of these side effects of Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor before starting Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's if you have any kidney or liver disease or plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Also, lifestyle changes should be continued with Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's for best results. Do not take Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's if you ever had bleeding in your brain or the retina of your eyes, heart failure, chest pain, heart disease, and blood pressure.

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's is used in the treatment of intermittent claudication. The detailed uses of Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's are as follows:

• Treats Intermittent Claudication: Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's improves blood flow by decreasing blood viscosity (thickness), thereby helping to relieve leg pain and cramps experienced during walking or at rest due to poor blood circulation (intermittent claudication).
• Manages Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD): Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's enhances blood circulation in the arms and legs, thereby reducing symptoms of PVD such as numbness, pain, and cramping.

• Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's can be taken with meals or as advised by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
• Swallow Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's contains 'Pentoxyfilline', which is a peripheral vasodilator that works by decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of blood, allowing it to pass more easily through the blood vessels, especially in the small blood vessels of the hands and feet. It can also increase the distance you can walk without pain since it improves your legs' blood circulation. It is recommended in patients whose pain has not improved even after lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and doing regular exercise.

Do not take Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before taking Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's, please tell your doctor if you are using any blood thinners, as it can increase the risk of severe bleeding. Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's is not intended for prolonged use unless prescribed by a physician. Inform your doctor if have had any type of bleeding in your brain or the retina of your eyes, have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), or have had a heart attack, kidney disease, or liver disease. Tell your doctor that you are using Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's before undergoing any dental or other surgery. Your doctor might stop this medicine before the surgery. Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Also, lifestyle changes should be continued with Oxifyline PR 400 Tablet 15's for best results and a speedy recovery.