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Samigolrin Tablet 30 mg (Nisergoline)

Samigolrin Tablet 30 mg (Nisergoline)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Nicergoline›30mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellow round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202400441 · Approved 2024.02.29 · Insurance code 653405570

Summary

Main use
Treatment of dementia syndrome (memory impairment, difficulty concentrating, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
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. Reduce the dose in patients with impaired renal function (serum creatinine >175 µmol/L) (2 mg/dL).

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of dementia syndrome (memory impairment, difficulty concentrating, etc.)

  • Memory impairment
  • concentration disorders
  • judgment disorders
  • lack of initiative
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This medication is used to improve major symptoms such as memory impairment, concentration disorders, judgment disorders, and lack of initiative associated with primary degenerative vascular dementia and mixed dementia. It helps enhance overall cognitive function in patients, thereby improving quality of life in daily activities. It is a treatment that aims to relieve the complex symptoms mainly related to dementia, helping increase the life satisfaction of patients.

How to take

Adult dose

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. Reduce the dose in patients with impaired renal function (serum creatinine >175 µmol/L) (2 mg/dL).

Precautions

This drug should not be administered to certain patients. For example, it is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to this drug or ergot alkaloids, patients with acute myocardial infarction or acute hemorrhage, patients taking sympathomimetic drugs, patients with very low heart rate, patients who have not completed hemostasis after cranial hemorrhage, and patients with orthostatic dysregulation. Also, it should be administered cautiously to patients with mild bradycardia or impaired kidney function. Rarely, gastrointestinal symptoms such as dyspepsia, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and dry mouth may occur when using this drug. Liver function test results may increase, and rare cardiovascular abnormalities such as dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, blood pressure changes, and increased serum uric acid levels may also occur. Neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, fatigue, headache, tinnitus, and insomnia may also appear. Additionally, hypersensitivity reactions such as rashes, urticaria, itching, flushing, and heat sensation may occur. Blood pressure should be checked frequently during the use of this medication, especially since the blood pressure may lower further when taken with antihypertensive agents. It can affect uric acid metabolism, so caution is advised for patients with gout or hyperuricemia. After taking the medication, caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. This drug is metabolized in the liver, so interactions with other medications may occur. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should be cautious when using this drug, and it is advisable to avoid taking it while breastfeeding or to discontinue breastfeeding. Elderly patients may require dose adjustments due to decreased body functions. Safety in children has not been confirmed, so caution should be exercised in their use. In case of overdose, blood pressure may temporarily drop, so blood pressure changes should be observed closely and necessary measures should be taken. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and kept sealed in its original container to maintain its quality and prevent misuse.

Side effects

Loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, spontaneous upper abdominal pain or cramping, thirst, elevated ALT, elevated AST, dizziness, postural hypotension, hypertension, elevated blood uric acid, hypotension, drowsiness, fatigue, headache, tinnitus, tiredness, insomnia, rash, urticaria, itching, flushing, heat sensation, nightmares, mood disturbances, indigestion

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, it should be kept away from extremely hot or cold places, ideally in a temperature range of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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