Cerebrovascular disorders, Peripheral vascular disease
Adult: Initial: Up to 2 g daily. Maintenance: 800-1200 mg daily. Max: 2 g/day in divided doses.
Indications and Dosage
Oral
Cerebrovascular disorders, Peripheral vascular disease Adult: Initial: Up to 2 g daily. Maintenance: 800-1200 mg daily. Max: 2 g/day in divided doses.
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Contraindications
Acute phase of cerebrovascular accidents.
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Special Precautions
Severe obliterative coronary artery disease; cerebrovascular disease.
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Adverse Reactions
Flushes, GI upset, nausea, tingling, tachycardia, sweating, dizziness, headache.
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Action
Description:
Mechanism of Action: Cyclandelate is a vasodilator more potent than papaverine. It has direct action on the plain muscle and there is no effect on the adrenergic tone. |