Vinpotag 5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke and memory loss in Parkinson's disease. It can also be used to treat age related memory loss and head injury. It helps in the improvement of brain function and provides enhancement of focus.
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is used to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) and in other brain disorders as a neuroprotective drug
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is used to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) and in other brain disorders as a neuroprotective drug
Uses of Vinpotag Tablet
- Alzheimer's disease
- Stroke
- Dementia in Parkinson's disease
- Age related memory loss
- Head injury
Benefits of Vinpotag Tablet
In Alzheimer's disease
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet improves learning, memory and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.
In Stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Vinpotag 5mg Tablet helps in speeding up the recovery process in patients who have undergone stroke. It decreases brain damage, promotes healing and enhances the overall health of the patient.
In Dementia in Parkinson's disease
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life. Vinpotag 5mg Tablet helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for a long term. This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
In Age related memory loss
Memory loss or forgetfulness can be a normal part of ageing. As people get older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain. As a result, some people may notice that it takes longer to learn new things, they don't remember things well, or they keep things, like their glasses, and forget where they had kept it. Vinpotag 5mg Tablet helps to balance those chemicals in the brain that are responsible for memory. Also, it improves the blood supply to the brain. This helps to improve the health of the brain and enhances the memory. This will make your life better.
In Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Vinpotag 5mg Tablet helps the damaged tissues to heal faster and improves patient condition. It is usually given for a longer duration. Keep taking it as prescribed to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Vinpotag Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Vinpotag
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Nervousness
How to use Vinpotag Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vinpotag 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vinpotag Tablet works
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is semisynthetic alkaloid. It has a nootropic (protects nerves and the brain) effect. It inhibits the voltage-dependent neuronal sodium channels, which in turn enhances a chemical messenger (intracellular cGMP levels) in the brain. Thus, increases blood flow within the brain. This is how it prevents the destruction of never cells (neurons) and protects the brain. Thus, helps enhancement of the nervous system. It also has an antioxidant property. This works by oxidizing the free radicals (toxins) in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vinpotag 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Vinpotag 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take it with food or as suggested by your doctor.
- It may make you feel dizzy. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid alcohol while taking Vinpotag 5mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.
- Inform your doctor if you suffer from any bleeding or heart disorder, hypertension or are taking anticoagulant medications such as warfarin and heparin.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Eburnan-Type Alkaloid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Nootropic agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Vinpotag 5mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
Yes, Vinpotag 5mg Tablet may affect blood pressure by causing an increase or decrease in the levels. This change in blood pressure level is only for short duration. Further, if you have any concerns regarding changes in blood pressure consult your doctor.
Is Vinpotag 5mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is a blood thinner. This group of medicine prevent the formation of blood clots and the existing blood clots from getting larger. Hence, this property of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet proves to be helpful in strokes.
What are the side effects of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet?
The side effects of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet include nausea, dizziness, difficulty falling asleep, dry mouth, headaches, facial flushing, and heartburn. Some may experience a decrease in blood pressure or increase in heartbeat, though these are for a brief time. Prolonged use of Vinpotag 5mg Tablet may also be associated with slight reductions in blood glucose levels.
Is Vinpotag 5mg Tablet a vasodilator?
Yes, it is a vasodilator (helps in the widening of blood vessels). It enlarges the cerebral blood vessels, improving cerebral blood flow which is helpful in cases of stroke.
Is Vinpotag 5mg Tablet safe to use?
Yes, Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. It is used in Japan, Europe, Mexico, and Russia for the treatment of cerebrovascular and cognitive disorders. In addition to that, it is commonly sold as a dietary supplement for the U.S. general population either alone or as one of several ingredients in dietary supplement products.
What is Vinpotag 5mg Tablet made from?
Vinpotag 5mg Tablet is a semisynthetic derivative (extracted from a natural product by partial chemical synthesis) of vincamine. Vincamine is obtained from the Periwinkle plant, Vinca minor L. Other names for Vinpotag 5mg Tablet include Ethyl apovincaminate, Ethyl apovincaminoate, and vinca minor.
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