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What Does An Ulcer On The Ankle Indicate?

I have a new Rx for pentoxiflline 400. I have never taken it before. Should I take it tononight, or wait u til morning with breakfast? Also, I have what I think is the beginning of a venous ulcer on the outside of my ankle? Will this med help this possible problem? YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 31 Jul 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advise.

You have been prescribed pentoxifylin drug. It will help in improving blood circulation to leg vessels. So this drug help in relieving symtoms and healing of ulcer. Kindly provide your reports for giving more comment. You can take this medication after taking some food.

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What Does An Ulcer On The Ankle Indicate?

Hello welcome to Ask A Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advise. You have been prescribed pentoxifylin drug. It will help in improving blood circulation to leg vessels. So this drug help in relieving symtoms and healing of ulcer. Kindly provide your reports for giving more comment. You can take this medication after taking some food. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.