Generic name:cilostazol [ sye-LOE-sta-zol ]
Drug classes:Miscellaneous cardiovascular agents, Platelet aggregation inhibitors
The Pletal brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Pletal?
Pletal is a vasodilator that works by relaxing the muscles in your blood vessels to help them dilate (widen). This medicine dilates arteries that supply blood to your legs. This medicine also improves circulation by keeping platelets in the blood from sticking together and clotting.
Pletal is used to treat the symptoms of intermittent claudication. This condition causes reduced blood flow to the legs, leading to pain while walking. This medicine improves your ability to walk longer distances without pain.
Pletal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not take Pletal if you have heart failure of any kind.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take Pletal if you have heart failure of any kind. This medicine can make this condition worse.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
bleeding problems;
liver or kidney disease;
a heart attack or stroke; or
if you smoke.
It is not known whether Pletal will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you ...
