Indications
Encephabol Tablet is used for:
Cerebrovascular and mental function disorders
Adult Dose
Oral
Cerebrovascular and mental function disorders
Adult: 600 mg daily, given in 3 divided doses.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Should be taken with food. Take w/ a large glass of water. Swallow whole, do not chew/ crush.
Contra Indications
Precautions
Rheumatoid arthritis.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Concomitant therapy with gold, levamisole or D-penicillamine.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Pyritinol :
Epigastric distress; anorexia; nausea; vomiting; headache; insomnia; pruritus and rash; restlessness.
Potentially Fatal: Acute pancreatitis, severe cholestatic hepatitis.
Mechanism of Action
Pyritinol improves cerebral function in patients with cerebral dysfunction. Memory and coordination improved. Promotes glucose reuptake by the brain and has been used in various cerebrovascular disorders.
Note
Encephabol Tablet manufactured by Merck Ltd.. Its generic name is Pyritinol. Encephabol is availble in Nepal.
Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Encephabol Tablet is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.