Leaflet PENTOXIFILIN TERAPIA 100mg / 5ml concentrate for solution for infusion

Indicated for: peripheral vascular disease; circulatory disorders

Route of administration: infusion

Substance: pentoxifylline (vasodilator)

ATC: C04AD03 (Cardiovascular system | Peripheral vasodilators | Purine derivatives)

Precautions:
Dizziness / vertigo
Dizziness / vertigo

This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.

Hypotension / fall risk
Hypotension / fall risk

May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.

Pentoxifylline is a medication used to improve blood circulation, particularly in conditions involving reduced blood flow, such as peripheral arterial disease. It is prescribed to alleviate symptoms like leg pain during walking (intermittent claudication) and to enhance exercise tolerance.

It works by increasing the flexibility of red blood cells and reducing blood viscosity, which helps blood flow more easily through narrowed vessels. Additionally, it may have beneficial effects in reducing inflammation and improving tissue oxygenation.

Pentoxifylline is also used in other conditions, such as chronic venous ulcers, cerebrovascular disease, or certain microcirculatory disorders. It is generally well-tolerated, but side effects such as nausea, dizziness, headaches, or, rarely, allergic reactions may occur.

Patients should strictly follow their doctor’s instructions and report any side effects or other medications they are taking to ensure safe and effective treatment.

General data about PENTOXIFILIN TERAPIA 100mg / 5ml

  • Substance: pentoxifylline
  • Date of latest medicines list: 01-06-2026
  • Product code: W04939001
  • Concentration: 100mg / 5ml
  • Pharmaceutical form: concentrate for solution for infusion
  • Packing volume: 5 ml
  • Product type: Generic medicine
  • Price: 44.73 RON
  • Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.

Marketing authorisation

  • Manufacturer: TERAPIA SA - ROMANIA
  • Holder: TERAPIA SA - ROMANIA
  • Number: 4397/2012/01
  • Shelf life: 3 years-after packing for marketing; dupa diluare-it is used immediately

Concentrations available for pentoxifylline

  • 100mg
  • 100mg/5ml
  • 200mg
  • 400mg
  • 600mg