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Colitrin Tablet (Cholin Alfoscerate)

Colitrin Tablet (Cholin Alfoscerate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light yellow rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
Bottle packaging - 90 tablets/bottle, PTP packaging - 90 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP X 9)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201703043 · Approved 2017.06.02 · Insurance code 653005930

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Memory decline
  • confusion
  • disorientation
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • reduced concentration
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This medication is used to improve symptoms such as memory decline, confusion, disorientation, decreased motivation and spontaneity, and reduced concentration, which occur as secondary symptoms due to cerebrovascular insufficiency and organic brain syndrome.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to this drug or its components. It is also safe for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant not to take this medication. Nausea may occur while taking this medication, which may be related to the dopaminergic activity in the brain; if symptoms are severe, the dosage should be reduced. Caution is needed as it may affect the gastrointestinal system and cause gastritis or gastrointestinal diseases. Additionally, symptoms such as drowsiness, insomnia, anger, nervousness, seizures, and hyperactivity of the nervous system may appear. This medication should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children. Transferring the medication to another container should be avoided as it increases the risk of accidents and may deteriorate the quality of the drug.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • gastritis
  • gastric disorders
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • aggression
  • irritability
  • convulsions
  • hyperactivity

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

Bottle packaging - 90 tablets/bottle, PTP packaging - 90 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP X 9)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.