The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Indigestion (3%)
- Nausea (2%)
- Dizziness (2%)
- Vomiting (1%)
- Headache (1%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Chest pain
- Burping, bloating, and gas
- Shakiness (tremor)
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling
- Low blood pressure
- Lowered appetite
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Blurry vision
Pentoxifylline serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Bleeding: blood in your urine or stool, unexplained bruising, bleeding that takes longer than usual to stop
Source: DailyMed
The following Pentoxifylline side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Signs and symptoms of overdose (in the order in which they may occur)
Drowsiness
flushing
faintness
unusual excitement
convulsions (seizures)
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
