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Canoah Tablet (Choline Alpha-Glucosylceramide)

Canoah Tablet (Choline Alpha-Glucosylceramide)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Ahn-Guk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light yellow oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
90 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 9]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201800142 · Approved 2018.01.10 · Insurance code 650204870

Summary

Main use
Improvement of cerebrovascular and degenerative organic brain syndromes (e.g., memory impairment and confusion)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 400mg of choline alfoscerate per dose orally 2-3 times daily. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ahn-Guk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of cerebrovascular and degenerative organic brain syndromes (e.g., memory impairment and confusion)

  • Memory decline
  • confusion
  • spatial disorientation
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • decreased concentration
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This medication is effective for various secondary symptoms caused by cerebrovascular insufficiency and organic brain syndrome. It helps improve symptoms such as memory decline, confusion, spatial disorientation due to decreased motivation and spontaneity, and decreased concentration. Patients can expect that this medication will support brain function and contribute to the enhancement of cognitive abilities in daily life. Domestic clinical trial results also support this efficacy, so it can be taken with confidence. It is used to alleviate overall brain function decline symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 400mg of choline alfoscerate per dose orally 2-3 times daily. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who have allergic reactions to this medication or its components. Women who are pregnant or of childbearing age should also avoid taking this medication. Nausea may occur while taking this medication, which is due to its effects on dopamine, a brain neurotransmitter. If such symptoms appear, the dosage of the medication should be reduced. Additionally, it can cause gastrointestinal issues such as gastritis or gastric disorders, so caution is advised. Psychologically, symptoms such as drowsiness, insomnia, anger, irritability, seizures, and excessive movements may occur. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. Moreover, transferring the medication to a different container should be avoided as it may cause accidents or diminish the quality of the medication.

Side effects

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

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C room temperature. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light yellow oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

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.
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