TRENTAL 400 Modified release tablet Ref.[7993] Active ingredients: Pentoxifylline

Source: Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB)  Revision Year: 2019  Publisher: Aventis Pharma Limited, 410 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1PT, UK Trading as: Sanofi, 410 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1PT, UK

Therapeutic indications

Trental 400 is indicated in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease, including intermittent claudication and rest pain.

Posology and method of administration

The recommended initial dose is 1 tablet (400 mg) three times daily; two tablets daily may prove sufficient in some patients, particularly for maintenance therapy. Tablets should be taken with or immediately after meals, and swallowed whole with plenty of water.

Elderly

No special dosage requirements.

Children

Trental 400 is not suitable for use in children.

Special Cases

In patients with impairment of renal function (creatinine clearance below 30ml/min) a dose reduction by approximately 30% to 50% may be necessary guided by individual tolerance.

Overdose

The treatment of overdosage should be symptomatic with particular attention to supporting the cardiovascular system.

Shelf life

36 months.

Special precautions for storage

Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package.

Nature and contents of container

Amber glass bottle: 100 or 250 tablets.

Plastic (PE) pots: 100 or 250 tablets.

Blister Pack (Alu/PVC): 10 or 90 tablets.

Special precautions for disposal and other handling

None.

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