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Trental

Pentoxifylline

Indicated to address peripheral arterial disease to manage leg pain and support vascular fluid transit.

Active ingredient
Pentoxifylline
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
400mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Trental, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Trental vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Trental details

Alternative names
pentoxifylline
Therapeutic class
Xanthine Derivative
Pharmacological class
Haemorheologic Agent
Known off-label uses
alcoholic hepatitis
Minor side effects
nausea; vomiting; dizziness
Moderate side effects
dyspepsia; headache; flushing
Serious side effects
severe pathological haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Sanofi-Aventis
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
8–12 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Warfarin; Aspirin; Theophylline
Age restrictions
Approved for adults.
Contraindications

active cerebral or retinal haemorrhage; recent myocardial infarction; hypersensitivity to xanthines

Patient summary

indicated to address peripheral arterial disease to manage leg pain and support vascular fluid transit.

Mechanism of action

Improves erythrocyte flexibility, lowers blood viscosity, and decreases platelet cross-linking, optimising microcirculation.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Expelled in milk.

What you will receive

Trental is the originator brand name, made by Sanofi-Aventis. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Sanofi-Aventis.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Pentoxifylline is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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