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Pletameg-50 Tablet 10's

Pletameg-50 Tablet 10's

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Composition

CILOSTAZOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Megma Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

for this medicine

About Pletameg-50 Tablet

Pletameg-50 Tablet consists of the anti-platelet drug (blood thinner) primarily used to treat intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs). Intermittent claudication is the pain that occurs in the legs after walking at a specific speed and for a specific amount of time, depending on the seriousness of the condition. This pain generally is not constant. It occurs during walking and exercise and is relieved with rest.

Pletameg-50 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Pletameg-50 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. Pletameg-50 Tablet works by expanding the veins and reducing the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the lower limbs.

Take Pletameg-50 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Pletameg-50 Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, dizziness, diarrhoea, abnormal stool, palpitations (racing or skipping a heartbeat), chest pain, bleeding, loss of appetite, and rashes. Most of these side effects of Pletameg-50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Pletameg-50 Tablet or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be given to people with a bleeding disorder (haemophilia). Pletameg-50 Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Pletameg-50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Pletameg-50 Tablet

Treatment of Intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs).

Medicinal Benefits

Pletameg-50 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots in your veins by making platelets (clotting agents) stick together. Pletameg-50 Tablet is used to decrease the symptoms of intermittent claudication (pain in the legs that develops when walking and improves when resting that is produced by narrowing of the vein that supplies blood to the legs). Pletameg-50 Tablet works by expanding the veins and reducing the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, it enhances the blood flow to the legs.

Directions for Use

Take Pletameg-50 Tablet on an empty stomach as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Pletameg-50 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Abnormal stool
  • Palpitations (racing or skipping a heartbeat)
  • Chest pain
  • Bleeding
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rashes

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Pletameg-50 Tablet or any of its components, please tell your doctor. Prolonged use of Pletameg-50 Tablet can cause bleeding problems (like nosebleeds, heavier periods, bleeding gums, and easy bruising). If you are going to have any surgery, discontinue taking Pletameg-50 Tablet before the surgery. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like heart failure, chest pain, heart attack, and heart surgery. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken if you have an increased risk of bleeding like stomach ulcers, stroke, or problems with your eyes if you have diabetes. Before taking Pletameg-50 Tablet inform your doctor if your blood pressure is not well controlled. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken in conditions if you have severe kidney disease. Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken in pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Pletameg-50 Tablet should be not given to people with a bleeding disorder (hemophilia). Pletameg-50 Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness it is advisable to avoid driving unless you are alert. Pletameg-50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Pletameg-50 Tablet may have interaction with other blood thinners (aspirin, clopidogrel, warfarin), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, rifampicin), fungal infections medicines (ketoconazole), antacid (omeprazole), blood-pressure-lowering medicines (diltiazem), cholesterol-lowering medicines (lovastatin, simvastatin or atorvastatin), medicines for malaria (halofantrine), medicines for mental illness (pimozide), medicines used for migraine (ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), water pills (hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide).

Drug-Food Interaction: Pletameg-50 Tablet may interact with a large amount of grapefruit juice and St John’s wort plant (used as an antidepressant).

Drug-Disease Interaction:  Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be given to people with a bleeding disorder, liver disease, and heart disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • WARFARIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • LOVASTATIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • HALOFANTRINE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • FUROSEMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal, and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.

  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it is beneficial to eat them regularly.

  • Take Pletameg-50 Tablet at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Intermittent claudication is the pain that occurs in the legs after walking at a specific speed and for a specific amount of time, depending on the seriousness of the condition. This pain generally is not constant. It occurs during walking and exercise and is relieved with rest. In this disease, muscles of the leg do not get enough blood while you exercise. Sometimes, it causes complications like pain occurs even when you are not exercising.

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Alcohol

Caution

You can drink alcohol with Pletameg-50 Tablet . But do not drink too much while taking this medicine. It can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Pletameg-50 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Pletameg-50 Tablet may cause dizziness. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery when you take Pletameg-50 Tablet .

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Pletameg-50 Tablet is safely given to the liver patients as there have been no published reports of hepatotoxicity. No dosage adjustment is necessary for patients with liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Pletameg-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.

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Children

Unsafe

Pletameg-50 Tablet is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Pletameg-50 Tablet have not been established in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

PLOT NO 266, Industrial Area Phase 1, Panchkula, Punjab 134109
Other Info - PLE0139

FAQs

Pletameg-50 Tablet consists of the anti-platelet drug (blood thinner) primarily used to treat intermittent claudication (pain, tingling, and numbness in the legs).
Pletameg-50 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called a blood thinner or an antiplatelet medication. Pletameg-50 Tablet plays a vital role in preventing the formation of harmful blood clots (plaque) in your veins. Pletameg-50 Tablet works by expands the veins and reduces the stickiness of the platelets. Therefore, enhancing the blood flow to the lower limbs.
Yes, Pletameg-50 Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may lead to bleeding or an injury. Immediately inform your doctor if you observe any abnormal damaging or bleeding.
Pletameg-50 Tablet decreases your risk of developing blood clots in the veins of your leg, heart, lungs, and brain. You may not feel any change after taking Pletameg-50 Tablet . However, keep taking this Pletameg-50 Tablet as recommended by your doctor as you will still be receiving its full advantages.
Since Pletameg-50 Tablet widens veins, it generally reduces blood pressure. Hence, if you are taking medicines that lower blood pressure, you should be cautious. Taking Pletameg-50 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering medicines may reduce your blood pressure to very low amounts. Monitor your blood pressure frequently and talk to your doctor if dose adjustment is needed. Pletameg-50 Tablet has also been reported to raise blood pressure and the reason for which is unknown.
Yes, Pletameg-50 Tablet causes blood thinning. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cell) from sticking together and forming clots.
Please consult your doctor if Pletameg-50 Tablet needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Pletameg-50 Tablet a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.

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