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Niron Tablets 30 mg (Nisergoline)

Niron Tablets 30 mg (Nisergoline)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Nicergoline›30mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Prime Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellow round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202400138 · Approved 2024.01.19 · Insurance code 663608770

Summary

Main use
Treatment of dementia syndrome (e.g., memory impairment and difficulty concentrating)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
* 5 mg, 10 mg Adults: Administer 5 ∼ 10 mg of nicergoline orally 3 times daily before meals. The dose may be adjusted appropriately according to symptoms. * 30 mg Adults: Administer 30 mg of nicergoline orally once daily before a meal. If the desired effect is not achieved at this dose, it may be increased to 60 mg. The dose may be reduced after symptoms improve. For patients with impaired renal function (serum creatinine >175 µmol/L) (2 mg/dL), administer a reduced dose.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Prime Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of dementia syndrome (e.g., memory impairment and difficulty concentrating)

  • Apathy
  • elderly atherosclerotic headache
  • memory impairment
  • concentration disorder
  • judgment disorder
  • lack of initiative
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This medication helps improve apathy caused by chronic cerebral circulatory disorders due to sequelae of cerebral infarction and is used for alleviating vascular headache in the elderly. It is also prescribed as an adjunct therapy for hypertension, and the 30 mg dosage is effective in treating various dementia symptoms including memory impairment, concentration disorder, decreased judgment, and lack of initiative in patients with primary degenerative vascular dementia and complex dementia. This efficacy contributes to improving patients' quality of life.

How to take

Adult dose

* 5 mg, 10 mg Adults: Administer 5 ∼ 10 mg of nicergoline orally 3 times daily before meals. The dose may be adjusted appropriately according to symptoms. * 30 mg Adults: Administer 30 mg of nicergoline orally once daily before a meal. If the desired effect is not achieved at this dose, it may be increased to 60 mg. The dose may be reduced after symptoms improve. For patients with impaired renal function (serum creatinine >175 µmol/L) (2 mg/dL), administer a reduced dose.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For instance, individuals allergic to this medication or ergot alkaloids should not take it. Moreover, it may be hazardous for patients with acute myocardial infarction or acute bleeding. Patients on sympathomimetic agents or those with very slow heart rates should also avoid this medication. Patients who have not completed hemostasis after intracranial hemorrhage and those with orthostatic regulation disorders should refrain from using this medication. Mild bradycardia patients or those with kidney function issues should use this medication cautiously. When taking this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, and vomiting may rarely occur. Liver function test values may rise, so caution should be taken regarding liver health. Symptoms such as dizziness, changes in blood pressure, fatigue, headache, and drowsiness may also rarely arise. Allergic reactions such as rash, urticaria, itching, or facial flushing can occur, and if any abnormal symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a doctor is recommended. This medication has a blood pressure-lowering effect; therefore, when taken with antihypertensive drugs, blood pressure may drop too low, so frequent monitoring is necessary. It may affect uric acid levels, so caution is required for patients with gout or hyperuricemia. After administration, drowsiness or decreased concentration may occur, so care should be taken when driving or operating machinery. This medication is metabolized in the liver through specific enzymes (CYP450 2D6), so there may be interactions with other medications that use this metabolic pathway. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously, as its safety has not been established, and it has been reported to potentially harm the fetus in animal studies during pregnancy. Nursing mothers should ideally avoid taking this medication, and if necessary, should discontinue breastfeeding. Elderly patients may have reduced physiological function, thus requiring careful dose adjustment. Safety for pediatric use has not been established, so it is not recommended for children. If this medication is overdosed, temporary low blood pressure may occur, thus blood pressure changes must be monitored closely and appropriate measures should be taken if needed. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is important to keep it sealed in its original container. Transferring it to another container may deteriorate quality and pose a risk of accidents.

Side effects

  • Loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • episodic upper abdominal pain or cramps
  • thirst
  • ALT increase
  • AST increase
  • dizziness
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  • orthostatic hypotension
  • hypertension
  • increased blood uric acid
  • hypotension
  • drowsiness
  • lethargy
  • headache
  • tinnitus
  • fatigue
  • insomnia
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • flushing
  • warmth sensation
  • nightmares
  • mood disturbances
  • indigestion

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a tightly sealed container that does not allow light in. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle

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