Medication info

Akolin Syrup (Choline Alphoscerate)

Prescription medicationSyrupOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Pavis Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A colorless to light yellow syrup with a mixed fruit flavor, packed in an aluminum foil pouch.
Packaging
30 sachets/box [10 mL/sachet × 30], 90 sachets/box [10 mL/sachet × 90]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201901945 · Approved 2019.03.29

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.03.29. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of cerebrovascular, degenerative, and atrophic psychiatric symptoms (e.g., memory impairment and confusion)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 400 mg (1 sachet) of choline alfoscerate orally 2~3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Pavis Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of cerebrovascular, degenerative, and atrophic psychiatric symptoms (e.g., memory impairment and confusion)

  • Memory decline
  • confusion
  • orientation disturbances
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • decreased concentration
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This medication is used to improve various symptoms of secondary conditions caused by cerebrovascular insufficiency and degenerative or organic psychosis. It is effective for symptoms such as memory decline, confusion, orientation disturbances due to decreased motivation and spontaneity, and decreased concentration. Clinical trial results have confirmed that it can aid in the alleviation of these symptoms. Therefore, this medication is used for the improvement of related symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 400 mg (1 sachet) of choline alfoscerate orally 2~3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components. Also, women who are pregnant or may be pregnant should not take this medication. Nausea may occur when taking this medication, as it affects the neurotransmitter dopamine. If such symptoms occur, the dosage of the medication should be reduced. It can affect the digestive system, so care should be taken as it may cause gastritis or gastrointestinal diseases. It may also affect the mental and nervous system, potentially causing symptoms such as drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, spasms, and hyperactivity. This medication should be kept out of reach of children in a safe place. Furthermore, transferring the medication to another container should be avoided as it can lead to accidents or degrade the quality of the medication.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • gastritis
  • gastric disorders
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • anger
  • 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 exposure to air or moisture. A storage temperature between 1°C to 30°C is recommended.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A colorless to light yellow syrup with a mixed fruit flavor, packed in an aluminum foil pouch.

Package unit

30 sachets/box [10 mL/sachet × 30], 90 sachets/box [10 mL/sachet × 90]

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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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