Zilast 100 Tablet
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Product introduction
Zilast 100 Tablet is used in the treatment of pain in the legs due to insufficient blood flow (intermittent claudication). It also helps in reducing cramping, numbness, or weakness in the legs that occurs on walking in such patients.
Zilast 100 Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor.
It may cause side effects like headache, vomiting, edema, diarrhea, dizziness, palpitation, abdominal pain, abnormal stools, and edema. Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see a pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool.
This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.
Zilast 100 Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor.
It may cause side effects like headache, vomiting, edema, diarrhea, dizziness, palpitation, abdominal pain, abnormal stools, and edema. Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see a pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool.
This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.
Uses of Zilast Tablet
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Treatment of Intermittent claudication
Benefits of Zilast Tablet
In Treatment of Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication refers to muscle pain on mild exertion (ache, cramp, numbness, or sense of fatigue), classically in the calf muscle, which occurs during exercise or even walking, and it gets better with a short period of rest. Zilast 100 Tablet helps relieve this pain in the legs that is caused due to disturbed blood supply in the legs. It helps prevent the formation of blood clots, improves blood flow, and maintains the free-flowing of blood in your body. Keep taking Zilast 100 Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Zilast Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zilast
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Abnormal stool
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Bleeding disorder
- Edema (swelling)
- Abdominal pain
- Inflammation of the nose
- Increased heart rate
How to use Zilast Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zilast 100 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Zilast Tablet works
Zilast 100 Tablet widens the blood vessels and decreases the stickiness of the platelets, thereby increasing the blood flow to the lower limbs.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zilast 100 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zilast 100 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zilast 100 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zilast 100 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zilast 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zilast 100 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zilast 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zilast 100 Tablet is recommended.
However, there is limited studies on the use of Zilast 100 Tablet in patients with moderate or severe liver disease. Consult your doctor.
However, there is limited studies on the use of Zilast 100 Tablet in patients with moderate or severe liver disease. Consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Zilast Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Zilast 100 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Take it at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.
- It may take up to 12 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed.
- Consult your doctor, if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks of treatment.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take it if you have heart failure, persistent chest pain at rest, or have had a heart attack or any heart surgery in the last six months.
- Zilast 100 Tablet is used in the treatment of pain in legs due to insufficient blood flow (intermittent claudication).
- It increases the distance you can walk without pain.
- Take it in addition to lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation and increased exercise.
- Take it at least half an hour before or two hours after breakfast and dinner.
- It may take up to 12 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take it if you have heart failure, persistent chest pain at rest, or have had a heart attack or any heart surgery in the last six months.
- Consult your doctor, if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinoline & tetrazole derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase III Inhibitors (PVD)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Zilast 100 Tablet
Twice A Day
60%
Once A Day
38%
Thrice A Day
2%
What are you using Zilast Tablet for?
Others
40%
Peripheral va*
40%
Intermittent *
20%
*Peripheral vascular disease, Intermittent claudication
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Zilast 100 Tablet?
Palpitations
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Zilast Tablet?
With food
100%
FAQs
Can the use of Zilast 100 Tablet increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Zilast 100 Tablet increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
When will I feel better after taking Zilast 100 Tablet?
Zilast 100 Tablet reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart, and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Zilast 100 Tablet. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
For how long should I take Zilast 100 Tablet?
You should continue to take Zilast 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends. Your doctor will assess your progress after 3 months of treatment and may recommend you to discontinue Zilast 100 Tablet if it is not working for you. This medicine helps to control your condition but does not cure it. It is important to keep taking your medicine even if you feel well.
After how many days of taking Zilast 100 Tablet will I start feeling better?
The improvement is not seen immediately. Your symptoms may start improving after 2-4 weeks of starting the treatment. However, it may take about 12 weeks to notice the full benefits of the medicines.
Should Zilast 100 Tablet be stopped before surgery?
Yes, if a patient is scheduled to undergo surgery, then Zilast 100 Tablet should be stopped 5 days before the surgery. The reason being, Zilast 100 Tablet increases the risk of bleeding and may lead to excessive bleeding during surgery.
Why is Zilast 100 Tablet considered harmful for heart failure patients?
Zilast 100 Tablet should not be given to heart failure patients of any severity because it may worsen heart failure further. Medicines having a similar effects (phosphodiesterase inhibitor III) have decreased the lifespan of the patients, and therefore, it is an absolute no for heart failure patients.
Does Zilast 100 Tablet raise blood pressure or decrease blood pressure?
Since Zilast 100 Tablet widens blood vessels, it generally decreases blood pressure. Therefore, if you are taking medicines that lower blood pressure, you should be careful. Taking Zilast 100 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering medicines may decrease your blood pressure to very low levels. Track your blood pressure regularly, and consult your doctor if dose adjustment is required. Zilast 100 Tablet has also been reported to increase blood pressure and the reason for which is not known.
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