Cilostazol (Pletal)
$0.87
Pletal contains Cilostazol and improves walking distance in people with poor circulation in the legs by improving blood flow.
Drug Information
9 reviews for Cilostazol (Pletal)
Pletal contains Cilostazol.
Cilostazol is a medicine for intermittent claudication. This is cramping pain in the legs when walking, caused by narrowed arteries (peripheral arterial disease). It helps people walk further without pain.
What is it used for?
- Intermittent claudication (leg pain when walking due to poor circulation)
How does it work?
Cilostazol widens the arteries in the legs and makes platelets less sticky. This improves blood flow to the leg muscles.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Do not take it if you have heart failure. It can make it worse.
- Do not take it if you have a bleeding problem, a recent stroke or bleed, severe kidney or liver problems, or a history of serious heart rhythm problems.
- Tell your doctor if you take other blood thinners, or medicines like omeprazole, erythromycin or diltiazem.
- Avoid grapefruit juice.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Pletal can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea or loose stools
- Palpitations (feeling your heartbeat)
- Dizziness
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Chest pain, a fast or uneven heartbeat
- Swelling of the legs and breathlessness
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take it twice a day, 30 minutes before breakfast and the evening meal, or 2 hours after.
- The usual adult dose is 100 mg twice a day. Your doctor may use 50 mg twice a day if you take certain other medicines.
- It can take 4 to 12 weeks to notice an improvement in walking.
- Keep walking every day and stop smoking. These help your circulation a lot.
If you miss a dose: Skip the missed dose and take the next one at the normal time. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QHow long does Pletal take to work?
- A
Some people notice a difference in 2 to 4 weeks, but it can take up to 12 weeks. Your doctor will review it after 3 to 6 months.
- QWhy take Pletal before food?
- A
Food, especially fatty food, raises the amount absorbed and can increase side effects.
- QWhat else helps leg pain when walking?
- A
Stopping smoking and walking regularly (even through mild discomfort) are two of the best things you can do.

Kavya Chauhan –
Wanted to share my experience with this order. The packing was discreet and tidy. It arrived on time, just as I expected. I would order Pletal here again.
Zoey Li –
My order went through without any problems. Shipping updates were clear, and the parcel turned up when promised. Finding the right item took very little time. All good on my side!
Marco Marino –
Packed properly, with nothing out of place. My order showed up within the timeframe I was given. It was a pleasant experience and I am glad I chose this site.
Miguel Harris –
Ordering from this site was easy. The price was fair compared to other places I checked. The website was easy to use and I found what I needed quickly. Good place to order Pletal online.
Andres Popov –
The team kept me updated on the status of my Pletal order. Packaging was clean and professional.
Alexander Hernandez –
I ordered Pletal from here last week and the whole thing was hassle free. Everything was packed carefully and nothing was damaged. It was affordable and the total at checkout matched what I expected.
Kabir Diallo –
I placed my first order here and it went smoothly. It was what I expected when I opened it. The packaging was neat and secure. I found Pletal on the site quickly and checkout was simple. Overall, a smooth and simple experience.
Tara Parker –
Quick review of my recent order. The expiry date was fine and everything looked as it should. The total I saw at checkout was the total I paid.
Evelyn Patterson –
The Pletal I ordered came in a reasonable amount of time. Support was friendly and cleared up my doubt quickly. I would recommend this site to friends and family.