Cilostazol Tablet
NDC 42291-453
Product Information
Cilostazol is a ANDA-approved product labeled by Avkare. Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication). It is supplied as a white tablet for oral administration. This product entry covers the primary NDC 42291-453 and its associated package configuration. This profile includes active and inactive ingredient UNII references and FDA labeling data.
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Product Characteristics
APO;CIL;100
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Product Details
What is NDC 42291-453?
What are the uses of this product?
What are Active Ingredients of this product?
- CILOSTAZOL 100 mg/1 - A quinoline and tetrazole derivative that acts as a phosphodiesterase type 3 inhibitor, with anti-platelet and vasodilating activity. It is used in the treatment of PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASES; ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE; and in the prevention of stroke.
Which are the associated UNII Codes?
The UNII codes for the active ingredients in this product are:
- CILOSTAZOL (UNII: N7Z035406B)
- CILOSTAZOL (UNII: N7Z035406B) (Active Moiety)
Which are the Inactive Ingredients associated UNII Codes?
The inactive ingredients are all the component of a medicinal product OTHER than the active ingredient(s). The acronym "UNII" stands for “Unique Ingredient Identifier” and is used to identify each inactive ingredient present in a product. The UNII codes for the inactive ingredients in this product are:
- STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)
- CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM (UNII: M28OL1HH48)
- MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)
- SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)
What is the NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk for this product?
- RxCUI: 242461 - cilostazol 100 MG Oral Tablet
Which are the Pharmacologic Classes of this product?
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Patient Education
Cilostazol
Cilostazol is used to reduce the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs that worsens when walking and improves when resting that is caused by narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood to the legs). Cilostazol is in a class of medications called platelet-aggregation inhibitors (antiplatelet medications). It works by improving blood flow to the legs.
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Blood Thinners
What are blood thinners?
Blood thinners are medicines that prevent blood clots from forming. They do not break up clots that you already have. But they can stop those clots from getting bigger. It's important to treat blood clots, because clots in your blood vessels and heart can cause heart attacks, strokes, and blockages.
Who needs blood thinners?
You may need a blood thinner if you have:
- Certain heart or blood vessel diseases
- An abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation
- A heart valve replacement
- A risk of blood clots after surgery
- Congenital heart defects
What are the different types of blood thinners?
There are different types of blood thinners:
- Anticoagulants, such as heparin or warfarin (also called Coumadin), slow down your body's process of making clots.
- Antiplatelets, such as aspirin and clopidogrel, prevent blood cells called platelets from clumping together to form a clot. Antiplatelets are mainly taken by people who have had a heart attack or stroke.
How can I take blood thinners safely?
When you take a blood thinner, follow the directions carefully. Blood thinners may interact with certain foods, medicines, vitamins, and alcohol. Make sure that your health care provider knows all of the medicines and supplements you are using.
You may need regular blood tests to check how well your blood is clotting. It is important to make sure that you're taking enough medicine to prevent clots, but not so much that it causes bleeding.
What are the side effects of blood thinners?
Bleeding is the most common side effect of blood thinners. They can also cause an upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea.
Other possible side effects can depend on which type of blood thinner that you are taking.
Call your provider if you have any sign of serious bleeding, such as:
- Menstrual bleeding that is much heavier than normal
- Red or brown urine
- Bowel movements that are red or black
- Bleeding from the gums or nose that does not stop quickly
- Vomit that is brown or bright red
- Coughing up something red
- Severe pain, such as a headache or stomachache
- Unusual bruising
- A cut that does not stop bleeding
- A serious fall or bump on the head
- Dizziness or weakness
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