isoxsuprine
Used for Peripheral Artery Disease, Raynaud's Phenomenon
Used for Peripheral Artery Disease, Raynaud's Phenomenon
Isoxsuprine is an oral medication that's used to improve blood flow to certain parts of the body. It's no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.
What is Isoxsuprine?
What is Isoxsuprine used for?
- To improve blood flow to the brain (cerebrovascular insufficiency)
- To improve blood flow to the arms, legs, fingers, and toes (peripheral vascular disease)
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Vasodilan |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Vasodilator |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
Isoxsuprine dosage
Typical dosage for Isoxsuprine
Interactions between Isoxsuprine and other drugs
Isoxsuprine may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Isoxsuprine. Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
What are alternatives to Isoxsuprine?
There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Isoxsuprine. Compare a few possible alternatives below.
