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Definition of Pentoxifylline

1. Noun. A drug (trade name Trental) used to treat claudication; believed to increase the flexibility of red blood cells so they can flow through the blood vessels to the legs and feet.

Definition of Pentoxifylline

1. Noun. A xanthine derivative used to treat vascular dementia and intermittent claudication resulting from obstructed arteries in the limbs. ¹

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Medical Definition of Pentoxifylline

1. Is a drug that reduces levels of tumour necrosis factor (TNF) (see). Pentoxifylline is FDAapproved for treatment of leg cramps and poor circulation. Possible side effects include nausea and other digestive upset, dizziness and headache. (09 Oct 1997)

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