Pentoxifylline

Uses

Pentoxifylline Uses Pentoxifylline is used in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease and intermittent claudication. It helps improve blood flow in patients with circulation problems in the hands and feet.

How it Works

How Pentoxifylline works Pentoxifylline is a peripheral vasodilator. It functions by reducing the thickness (viscosity) of blood, enabling it to flow more easily through the blood vessels. This effect is advantageous in peripheral vascular disease, where the blood vessels in the arms and legs are narrowed.

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