Cyclandelate
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Cyclandelate is a vasodilator used in the treatment of claudication
, arteriosclerosis
and Raynaud's disease. It is also used to treat nighttime leg cramps, and has been investigated for its effect against migraine
. It is orally administered.
Claudication
Claudication, literally 'limping' , is a medical term usually referring to impairment in walking, or pain, discomfort or tiredness in the legs that occurs during walking and is relieved by rest. The perceived level of pain from claudication can be mild to extremely severe. Claudication is most...
, arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis refers to a stiffening of arteries.Arteriosclerosis is a general term describing any hardening of medium or large arteries It should not be confused with "arteriolosclerosis" or "atherosclerosis".Also known by the name "myoconditis" which is...
and Raynaud's disease. It is also used to treat nighttime leg cramps, and has been investigated for its effect against migraine
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by moderate to severe headaches, and nausea...
. It is orally administered.