COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it as advised by your doctor and if you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, stroke and memory loss in Parkinson’s disease. It can also be used to treat age related memory loss and head injury. It helps in the improvement of brain function and provides enhancement of focus.
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it as advised by your doctor and if you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are dryness in mouth, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk) headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping). However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are suffering from seizures (epilepsy or fits) or any liver problems. This medicine may cause changes in your blood pressure and sugar levels, so it is better to monitor them regularly.
03Uses
Alzheimer’s disease
Stroke
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease
Age related memory loss
Head injury
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET is semisynthetic alkaloid. It has a nootropic (protects nerves and the brain) effect. It inhibits the voltage-dependent neuronal sodium channels, which in turn enhances a chemical messenger (intracellular cGMP levels) in the brain. Thus, increases blood flow within the brain. This is how it prevents the destruction of never cells (neurons) and protects the brain. Thus, helps enhancement of the nervous system. It also has an antioxidant property. This works by oxidizing the free radicals (toxins) in the body.
06Benefits
In Alzheimer’s disease
COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET improves learning, memory and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.
In Stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET helps in speeding up the recovery process in patients who have undergone stroke. It decreases brain damage, promotes healing and enhances the overall health of the patient.
In Dementia in Parkinson’s disease
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life. COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for a long term. This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
In Age related memory loss
Memory loss or forgetfulness can be a normal part of ageing. As people get older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain. As a result, some people may notice that it takes longer to learn new things, they don’t remember things well, or they keep things, like their glasses, and forget where they had kept it. COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET helps to balance those chemicals in the brain that are responsible for memory. Also, it improves the blood supply to the brain. This helps to improve the health of the brain and enhances the memory. This will make your life better.
In Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET helps the damaged tissues to heal faster and improves patient condition. It is usually given for a longer duration. Keep taking it as prescribed to get maximum benefit.show moreshow less
07Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Nervousness
Stomach pain
Nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Headache
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness
08Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
Take it with food or as suggested by your doctor.
It may make you feel dizzy. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid alcohol while taking COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET as it may cause increased dizziness.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from any bleeding or heart disorder, hypertension or are taking anticoagulant medications such as warfarin and heparin.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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