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Glitin Syrup (Choline Alfoscerate)

Prescription medicationSyrupOral
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
Jeil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
This medication is a colorless or pale yellow syrup with a fragrant sweet taste, packaged in aluminum foil pouches.
Packaging
30 pouches/pack [8 mL/pouch X 30]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201904796 · Notified 2019.07.17 · Insurance code 645405551

Summary

Main use
Improvement of cerebrovascular deficits and organic brain syndrome (memory impairment, confusion, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 400 mg (1 sachet) of choline alfoscerate orally 2~3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Jeil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of cerebrovascular deficits and organic brain syndrome (memory impairment, confusion, etc.)

  • Memory impairment
  • confusion
  • disorientation
  • decreased motivation
  • decreased spontaneity
  • reduced concentration
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This medication is used for secondary symptoms caused by cerebrovascular deficiency and degenerative or organic mental syndromes. It primarily helps improve symptoms such as memory loss, confusion, disorientation due to decreased motivation and spontaneity, and reduced concentration. By alleviating these symptoms, it contributes to enhancing the patient's ability to perform daily activities and overall mental function. Therefore, this medication effectively improves the symptoms of organic mental syndromes.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components. It is safer for pregnant women or those who may become pregnant not to take this medication. This medication may cause nausea, which occurs because it affects the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain. If such symptoms occur, it is advisable to reduce the dosage of the medication. Additionally, this medication may cause gastrointestinal issues such as gastritis or stomach diseases. Mentally, it may cause drowsiness, insomnia, anger, or irritability, and in severe cases, may lead to seizures or hyperactivity. This medication should be stored out of reach of children in a safe place. Also, transferring it to another container may cause accidents and deteriorate the quality of the medication, so it is recommended to keep it in its original container.

Side effects

nausea

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 and moisture, and it is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it in this manner, the effectiveness of the medication can be well preserved, and degradation can be prevented.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a colorless or pale yellow syrup with a fragrant sweet taste, packaged in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

30 pouches/pack [8 mL/pouch X 30]

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