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Glycavers Syrup (Choline Alphoscerate)

Prescription medicationSyrupOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Choline Alfoscerate›400mg / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
JW Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
This medicine is a colorless or light yellow syrup with a sweet aroma, packaged in aluminum foil pouches.
Packaging
30 pouches/pack [8 mL/pouch X 30]
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201905919 · Notified 2019.08.21

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.12.15. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
JW Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms of cerebrovascular deficits and organic brain syndrome (such as memory impairment and confusion)

  • Memory impairment
  • confusion
  • spatial disorientation
  • decreased motivation and spontaneity
  • reduced concentration
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This medicine is used for secondary symptoms due to cerebrovascular deficits and degenerative or organic brain syndrome. It primarily helps improve symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, spatial disorientation due to decreased motivation and spontaneity, and reduced concentration. These symptoms are related to the overall decline in brain function, and the treatment focuses on restoring brain function and alleviating psychiatric symptoms. Clinical trial results in the country also support the effectiveness of this medicine in improving those symptoms. Therefore, this drug is used to treat cognitive and psychiatric dysfunctions arising from cerebrovascular problems.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This drug should not be used in patients who are allergic to this drug or its constituents. It is safer for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant not to take this medicine. When using this medicine, side effects may occur, particularly nausea related to dopamine. If such symptoms appear, the dosage should be reduced. Digestive issues such as gastritis or gastrointestinal disorders may also occur. Mentally, symptoms such as drowsiness, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, convulsions, and excessive physical activity may appear. This drug should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring the medicine to another container should be avoided as it may cause accidents and can negatively affect the drug's quality.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • gastritis
  • gastrointestinal disease
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • irritability
  • nervousness
  • convulsions
  • hyperactivity

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

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air or humidity, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C to safely preserve the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medicine is a colorless or light yellow syrup with a sweet aroma, packaged in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

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

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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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