Cognidep 10mg Tablet 10 Tablet

Alzheimer's disease

In Alzheimer's disease In people with Alzheimer?s disease, certain nerve cells die in the brain. This results in lower levels of a chemical called acetylcholine which helps nerve cells to communicate with each other. This leads to symptoms of dementia such as memory loss, confusion, disorientation, problems with speech and language, and personality changes. Cognidep 10mg Tablet increases the amount of acetylcholine and helps brain cells to communicate. It can, therefore, improve some of the symptoms such as memory, awareness, and the ability to carry out daily functions for a time. However, it is not a cure. You should use the medicine exactly as prescribed. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

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. ['Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Vomiting, Muscle cramp, Fatigue, Weight loss']

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. Cognidep 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Memory loss in Alzheimer?s disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Cognidep 10mg Tablet is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.

Alcohol

UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cognidep 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Cognidep 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Cognidep 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE - Cognidep 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Cognidep 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cognidep 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION - Cognidep 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cognidep 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Cognidep 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Store below 30°C

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