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Alcogorin Tablet (Choline Alphoscerate)

Alcogorin Tablet (Choline Alphoscerate)

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

MFDS item code 201801335 · Approved 2018.03.27 · Insurance code 648507770

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Sinpung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of secondary symptoms of cerebrovascular disease and organic brain syndrome (memory impairment, etc.)

  • Memory impairment
  • confusion
  • disturbances in orientation
  • loss of motivation
  • diminished spontaneity
  • reduced concentration
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This medication is used to improve secondary symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, disturbances in orientation, reduced concentration, and diminished spontaneity that occur due to cerebrovascular deficiencies, as well as degenerative or organic brain syndromes.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 400 mg of choline alfoscerate 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 medication or any of its components. It is also advisable that pregnant women or women who may become pregnant do not take this medication. Nausea may occur when taking this medication, as it affects dopamine action in the brain. If such symptoms occur, the dosage should be reduced. Caution is advised as it can affect the gastrointestinal system and may lead to gastritis or gastrointestinal disorders. It may affect the mental and nervous system, leading to drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, or nervousness; in severe cases, it could cause seizures or excessive motor activity. This medication should be kept in a safe place out of the reach of children. Additionally, transferring it to another container can lead to accidents or a decrease in medication quality, so it is important to maintain it in its original packaging.

Side effects

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

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

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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