Pentoxifylline
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What is the most important information I should know about pentoxifylline?
| Pronunciation: | pen tox I fi leen |
| Brand: | Trental |
 | Do not break, crush, or chew the tablets. Swallow them whole. They are specially coated to protect your stomach. |
Do not stop taking this medication suddenly. It may take up to 8 weeks for you to see beneficial effects from pentoxifylline.
Tobacco may worsen your condition or decrease the beneficial effects of pentoxifylline by narrowing your blood vessels. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have a tobacco habit.
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| Last updated: | September 08, 2004 |
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