Safely Buy Trental ER ( Pentoxifylline ) from Canada Prescriptions Plus.

Indications

Trental ER, known as pentoxifylline ER, is a medication used for various purposes.

Pentoxifylline can decrease the muscle aching/pain/cramps during exercise, including walking, that occur with intermittent claudication.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times daily.

Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. Doing so can release the entire drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop this medication without consulting your doctor. Improvement in symptoms can occur in 2-4 weeks, but it may take up to 8 weeks to get the full benefit.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

Side Effects

Stop taking pentoxifylline and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Pentoxifylline may cause serious side effects including:

• Chest pain
• Pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest
• Red or pink urine
• Light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
• Signs of stomach bleeding–bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds

Common side effects of pentoxifylline may include:

• Dizziness, headache
• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea, gas
• Bloating, upset stomach

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. 

Cautions

• Before taking pentoxifylline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to caffeine or theophylline; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: a recent stroke, recent bleeding in the eye, kidney problems, liver problems, recent major surgery, and stomach ulcer.
• This drug may rarely make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Trental ER is available in the following forms and strengths:

• Trental ER Tablet:
  • 400 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Overdose symptoms may include severe drowsiness, agitation, fever, flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling), fainting, or seizure.

What should I avoid while taking pentoxifylline?

Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

What other drugs will affect pentoxifylline?

If you also take a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven), you may need more frequent “INR” or prothrombin time tests to measure your blood clotting time.

Other drugs may interact with pentoxifylline, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3696/trental-oral/details
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/pentoxifylline.html#side-effects
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559096/