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Alfokan Tablet (Choline Alphoscerate)

Alfokan Tablet (Choline Alphoscerate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Ildong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pale yellow oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 9)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201403551 · Approved 2014.07.31 · Insurance code 642905230

Summary

Main use
Improvement of cerebrovascular secondary symptoms and organic brain syndrome (e.g., memory impairment)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 400 mg of choline alfoscerate orally 2~3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ildong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of cerebrovascular secondary symptoms and organic brain syndrome (e.g., memory impairment)

  • Memory impairment
  • confusion
  • impaired orientation
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • reduced concentration
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This medication is used for secondary symptoms resulting from cerebrovascular deficits and degenerative or progressive organic mental syndrome. It particularly helps improve symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, impaired orientation due to decreased motivation and spontaneity, and reduced concentration. This medication can contribute to recovering the patient's cognitive function and mental vitality. Clinical trial results also support these effects. Therefore, this medication is useful in improving symptoms related to decreased brain function.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 400 mg of choline alfoscerate orally 2~3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be taken by patients with a genetic problem that prevents them from digesting lactose. Nausea may occur when taking this medication, and if such symptoms arise, the dosage should be reduced. Additionally, caution is needed as there may be gastric inflammation or gastrointestinal issues. Psychologically, drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, or heightened sensitivity may occur, as well as seizures or excessive movements. This medication should be stored out of reach of children in a safe place. Furthermore, transferring the medication to another container should be avoided as it may cause accidents or deteriorate the quality of the drug.

Side effects

  • Area
  • gastritis
  • stomach disease
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • aggression
  • irritability
  • convulsions
  • hyperactivity

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 9)

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