MCA stability tool

Check whether tablets and capsules are suitable for a multi-compartment compliance aid (MCA), and build a list to print.

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Pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline 400mg modified-release tablets

Use with caution

Stability notes for Pentoxifylline 400mg modified-release tablets

Protect from light and store in well-closed, light-resistant containers.

Provenance

Compatibility recommendation derived from Trental 400 modified-release tablets (Sanofi).

Suppliers (4) of Pentoxifylline 400mg modified-release tablets
Pentoxifylline 400mg modified-release tablets (Neuraxpharm UK Ltd)
Trental 400 modified-release tablets (Lexon (UK) Ltd)
Trental 400 modified-release tablets (Pilsco Ltd)
Trental 400 modified-release tablets (Sigma Pharmaceuticals Plc)

What the ratings mean

Compatible
Suitable for use. Keep in MCA for shortest possible time: no more than 5 weeks for non-airtight; 8 weeks for airtight. Use likely to be off-label.
Use with caution
Suitable with mitigations. Keep in MCA for shortest possible time: no more than 5 weeks for non-airtight; 8 weeks for airtight. Use likely to be off-label and supported by limited data.
Incompatible
Medicines under this category are not suitable for use in MCAs.
No stability information
These medicines have not been reviewed by SPS.