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Alcapone Soft Capsule (Cholin Alfoscerate)

Alcapone Soft Capsule (Cholin Alfoscerate)

Prescription medicationSoft capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Seoul Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellowish oval soft capsule filled with colorless transparent liquid
Packaging
90 capsules (10 capsules/PTP X 9)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201707391 · Approved 2017.10.12 · Insurance code 652904000

Summary

Main use
Improvement of organic psychosyndrome and secondary symptoms of cerebrovascular deficits (such as memory impairment)
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
Seoul Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of organic psychosyndrome and secondary symptoms of cerebrovascular deficits (such as memory impairment)

  • Memory decline
  • confusion
  • disorientation
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • decreased concentration
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This medication is used for secondary symptoms and degenerative or progressive organic psychosis resulting from cerebrovascular deficits. Main symptoms include memory decline, confusion, decreased motivation and spontaneity, disorientation, and decreased concentration. This drug helps improve these symptoms to enhance cognitive function and mental vitality in patients. Its efficacy has been confirmed through domestic clinical trials. Therefore, this medication is used in the treatment of mental and cognitive disorders associated with cerebrovascular issues.

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 by patients who are allergic to this drug or any of its ingredients. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should also avoid taking this medication. Nausea may occur when taking this drug, which is due to the drug's dopamine action. If these symptoms appear, the dosage of the medication should be reduced. This drug may affect the digestive system, leading to gastritis or gastrointestinal disorders. Symptoms such as drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, seizures, and excessive movement may appear in the central nervous system. This medication should be stored out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring the medication into another container may lead to accidents or deterioration of the drug's quality, so it is recommended to keep it in the original container.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • gastritis
  • gastric 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 sealed container to prevent exposure to air or humidity. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellowish oval soft capsule filled with colorless transparent liquid

Package unit

90 capsules (10 capsules/PTP X 9)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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