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About Stiloz 50 Tablet
Stiloz 50 Tablet is primarily used to treat pain in the legs due to insufficient blood flow (intermittent claudication). It is recommended in patients whose pain has not improved even after lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and doing regular exercise.
Stiloz 50 Tablet contains Cilostazole, which works by widening the blood vessels and reducing the blood clotting time, thereby decreasing stickiness in blood vessels. Hence, it increases the blood supply to the limbs.
In some cases, you may experience headaches, ankle swelling, diarrhoea, abnormal stools, vomiting, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Stiloz 50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Inform your doctor before starting Stiloz 50 Tablet if you are allergic to Stiloz 50 Tablet or if you have any kidney or liver disease, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Also, lifestyle changes should be continued with Stiloz 50 Tablet for the best results.
Uses of Stiloz 50 Tablet
Stiloz 50 Tablet is used in the treatment of Intermittent claudication. The detailed uses of Stiloz 50 Tablet are as follows:
- Intermittent Claudication: Stiloz 50 Tablet treats leg pain caused by poor blood circulation due to peripheral artery disease; helps patients walk longer distances without discomfort.
- Peripheral Vascular Disease: Stiloz 50 Tablet helps alleviate symptoms such as cramping, numbness, or weakness in the legs.
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Directions for Use
- Take Stiloz 50 Tablet on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, or as advised by your doctor.
- It is advised to take Stiloz 50 Tablet once daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
- Swallow Stiloz 50 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Medicinal Benefits
- Stiloz 50 Tablet contains Cilostazole, which is a vasodilator that works by widening the blood vessels and reducing the blood clotting time, thereby decreasing stickiness in blood vessels. Hence, it increases the blood supply to the limbs.
- It can also increase the distance you can walk without pain since it improves your legs' blood circulation.
- It also reduces cramping, numbness or weakness in the legs on walking in such patients.
- It is recommended for patients whose pain has not improved even after lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and doing regular exercise.
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- Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
- Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
- Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
- Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
- Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
- Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
- To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
- Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
- Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
- Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
- Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
- Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
- Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
- Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
- Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
- Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
- Your doctor may adjust the dose of your medication, discontinue, or switch to alternative medicines to manage your symptoms.
- Drink plenty of water and caffeine-free drinks.
- Eat more fibre by consuming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Avoid processed, spicy, or fatty foods.
- Try not to skip meals, delay eating, or eat too quickly.
- Regular exercise can help improve digestion and promote better stool movement.
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use a hand sanitizer to prevent the spread of infections.
- Wear masks, gloves and other protective clothing.
- Cover sneezes and coughs with a medical mask or tissue or your elbow.
- Take vaccinations to enhance your immunity to specific diseases.
- Clean your utensils, linen and surfaces regularly.
- Consult your doctor if you experience nasal congestion, runny nose, or sinus pressure after taking medication.
- Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your rhinitis symptoms.
- If advised by your doctor, use nasal decongestants or saline nasal sprays to help relieve nasal congestion.
- Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and other fluids to help thin out mucus and soothe your nasal passages.
- Drink warm fluids such as warm water with honey, broth, soup or herbal tea to soothe sore throat.
- Gargle with warm salt water.
- Suck on lozenges to increase the production of saliva and soothe your throat.
- Use a humidifier to soothe sore throat as it adds moisture to the air and makes breathing easier.
- Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
- Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
- When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
- Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
- If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
- Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
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Drug Warnings
- Stiloz 50 Tablet should not be given to people who are allergic to Stiloz 50 Tablet , have low blood pressure (less than 90 mmHg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnant women or women planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Do not take Stiloz 50 Tablet with grapefruit juice or St John's wort plant, as it might affect the absorption of Stiloz 50 Tablet .
- Tell your doctor that you are using Stiloz 50 Tablet before undergoing any dental or other surgery.
- Your doctor might stop this medicine before the surgery.
- Stiloz 50 Tablet should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects.
- Lifestyle changes should be continued with Stiloz 50 Tablet for the best results and a speedy recovery.
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When Stiloz-50 Tablet is taken with Sparfloxacin, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Sparfloxacin and Stiloz-50 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
When Stiloz-50 Tablet is taken with Ziprasidone, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Using Ziprasidone and Stiloz-50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
When Stiloz-50 Tablet is taken with Pimozide, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Using Pimozide with Stiloz-50 Tablet is not generally advised, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
When Stiloz-50 Tablet is taken with Thioridazine, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Using Thioridazine with Stiloz-50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
When Stiloz-50 Tablet is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Using Cisapride and Stiloz-50 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
When Mesoridazine is taken with Cisapride, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Using Mesoridazine with Stiloz-50 Tablet, is not recommended but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Co-administration of diltiazem with Stiloz-50 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking diltiazem with Stiloz-50 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of delavirdine with Stiloz-50 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking delavirdine with Stiloz-50 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Stiloz-50 Tablet and Apixaban co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Stiloz-50 Tablet and Apixaban may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Co-administration of dabigatron etexilate with Stiloz-50 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of bleeding.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking dabigatron etexilate with Stiloz-50 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Exercising regularly helps improve overall health. Take a break between exercises if you feel uneasy. Finding the right exercise is the key.
- Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
- Take proper care of your legs and feet.
- Wear shoes that fit you well.
- Check your feet daily for any cracks or sores.
- Try to stay warm. Avoid cold temperatures.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improve coping skills.
- Acupuncture can be helpful by stimulating pressure points.
- Using essential oils for massages can help increase circulation.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No interaction found; in case of any discomfort, consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Caution
Stiloz 50 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Stiloz 50 Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may harm the baby.
Driving
Caution
Drive with caution, Stiloz 50 Tablet may cause blurry vision and dizziness or weariness may occur.
Liver
Caution
Stiloz 50 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Stiloz 50 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
Unsafe
Stiloz 50 Tablet is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Stiloz 50 Tablet have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children. If necessary, your doctor will decide whether to give Stiloz 50 Tablet or not.
Heart
Stiloz 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in heart patients as it can lead to cardiovascular effects.
Geriatrics
Caution
Stiloz 50 Tablet should be used under caution in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.
FAQs
Stiloz 50 Tablet is used to treat intermittent claudication (pain in the legs due to insufficient blood flow). It also reduces cramping, numbness, or weakness in the legs when walking in such patients.
Stiloz 50 Tablet works by widening the blood vessels and reducing the blood clotting time, thereby decreasing stickiness in blood vessels. Hence, it increases the blood supply to the limbs. It can also increase the distance you can walk without pain since it improves your leg's blood circulation.
No, you should not stop taking Stiloz 50 Tablet even if you feel better, as the pain might come back and become even worse.
Yes, taking Stiloz 50 Tablet can increase bleeding risk as it contains cilostazole, which increases bleeding time. So, please be very cautious while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects to avoid bleeding. Let your doctor know before undergoing any surgical procedure that you are taking Stiloz 50 Tablet .
No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.
If you forget to take Stiloz 50 Tablet at any time, take it as soon as you remember, then continue to take it at the usual times. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Yes, Stiloz 50 Tablet contains cilostazole, which increases the blood clotting time. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cell) from sticking together and forming clots, preventing heart attack and stroke.
Stiloz 50 Tablet may cause side effects like headaches, ankle swelling, diarrhoea, abnormal stools, vomiting, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Stiloz 50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Stiloz 50 Tablet might lower the blood pressure; taking Stiloz 50 Tablet with blood pressure-lowering medicines might further decrease the blood pressure. Therefore, please consult the doctor before taking Stiloz 50 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering medicines.
You may notice an improvement in 2-4 weeks. However, it might take 12 weeks to notice the full benefits of Stiloz 50 Tablet . Keep taking Stiloz 50 Tablet for the prescribed duration to treat your condition effectively.
No, do not smoke if you are taking Stiloz 50 Tablet , as smoking might affect the working of Stiloz 50 Tablet .
You are advised to take Stiloz 50 Tablet for the duration prescribed by the doctor. The duration of treatment will depend on your condition and response to the treatment.
Yes, you may need to stop taking Stiloz 50 Tablet a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure. Let the doctor know if you are due to undergo surgery.
Stiloz 50 Tablet might lower the blood pressure as it widens the blood vessels. Therefore, if you have low blood pressure/high blood pressure or if you are taking blood pressure-lowering medicines, please consult a doctor.
Stiloz 50 Tablet is not advised for patients with heart failure due to its potential to increase platelet aggregation, which could lead to higher mortality rates in these individuals.
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