See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Trental
What is Trental’s active ingredient?
Trental is a brand name for pentoxifylline, a medication used to improve blood flow in certain circulation disorders. It is formulated as pentoxifylline (extended-release or standard forms, depending on the product).
What does the Trental tablet/capsule composition typically include?
A Trental “composition” is usually described as:
- Active ingredient: pentoxifylline
- Excipients (inactive ingredients): vary by formulation and country (for example, tablet binder/fillers, coatings, and other processing aids). The exact excipient list depends on the specific Trental product (strength and release type) and the manufacturer.
Why does the exact Trental composition differ between products?
Trental comes in different strengths and formulations (such as immediate-release vs extended-release). That changes:
- the release profile (how the drug is delivered over time)
- the inactive ingredients needed to achieve that release and tablet/capsule shape
How to find the exact composition for the Trental you have
To get the precise ingredient list for your specific Trental (including all excipients), check:
- the package leaflet or
- the “composition” section on the box or label (it lists active ingredient and the full excipient contents)
If you share the country, strength (e.g., 400 mg), and whether it’s extended-release, I can help you interpret what the composition section on your specific product likely means.