Alcohol and pentoxifylline
The simultaneous intake of alcohol and medication can be problematic with some medications. However, a direct interaction between alcohol and pentoxifylline is not known. However, since the active ingredient pentoxifylline is mainly broken down by the liver, the effect of alcohol or pentoxifylline can be enhanced if taken at the same time. Especially the intake of high amounts of alcohol and/or pentoxifylline should therefore be avoided.
When should Pentoxifyllin be discontinued?
The discontinuation of pentoxifylline may be necessary for various reasons. If a physician has prescribed a medication with the active ingredient pentoxifylline, he or she should be consulted before discontinuing it. Depending on the indication for which the drug is being taken, the doctor may recommend a substitute. If severe side effects such as nausea and vomiting occur, the drug should not be taken any further and a doctor should be consulted as well.
Alternatives
Pentoxifylline is used for many different diseases. Depending on the individual disease, different alternative treatment methods are available. Treatment alternatives for PAD are, in addition to surgical treatment methods, the use of other blood circulation-promoting drugs such as naftidrofuryl, the effects of which have not yet been proven. Acetylsalicylic acid or clopidogrel can influence clotting and prevent platelets from sticking together, thus replacing the use of pentoxifylline.