Pentoxifylline (TRENTAL 400 pentoxifylline (oxpentifylline) 400mg modified release tablet blister pack)
What to know about Pentoxifylline — also sold as TRENTAL 400 pentoxifylline (oxpentifylline) 400mg modified release tablet blister pack: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
Pentoxifylline (brand names: TRENTAL 400 pentoxifylline (oxpentifylline) 400mg modified release tablet blister pack) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. Peripheral vascular disease medication with minimal CNS effects or workplace impairment.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
- Risk level: Low (1 points)
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S4 | Not PBS listed |
Risk Profile
Peripheral vascular disease medication with minimal CNS effects or workplace impairment.
How Pentoxifylline is regulated
Pentoxifylline is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
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Important: This page is general health information, not personal medical advice. If you have questions about your medication — including starting it, stopping it, changing the dose, or combining it with something else — speak with your doctor or pharmacist. For an emergency or suspected overdose, call your local emergency number or poison information service immediately. Information is drawn from regulator and clinical guideline sources (TGA, FDA, MHRA, NICE, PBS, CDC); see our methodology for details.