Cebovas Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of stroke, head injury, and Alzheimer's disease. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines, depending on the illness it is being used for.
Cebovas Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include headache, nausea, vertigo, increased sweating, agitation, fever, hallucinations, confusion. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these do not subside or get worse.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you ever had any problems with your kidneys or if you have or ever had any seizures (epilepsy or fits). Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.
Cebovas 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. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. 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. Cebovas 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 Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Cebovas 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 Cebovas 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 Cebovas
Vertigo
Increased sweating
Agitation
Headache
Nausea
Fever
Hallucination
Confusion
How to use Cebovas 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. Cebovas Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cebovas Tablet works
Cebovas Tablet is a nerve repairing medicine. It works on the brain by repairing the nerve cells and improves their survival.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cebovas Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cebovas Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cebovas Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cebovas Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Cebovas Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cebovas Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cebovas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cebovas Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cebovas Tablet consists of biological peptides which enhance nerve repair.
It is not known to cause serious side effects. Nausea, headache, and vertigo may occur.
Do not take in case of epilepsy and severe kidney problem.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino acid derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Nootropic agent
Patient concerns
Fell down hit back head and vomit at the same time Now she is playing no other problems
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, please consult a pediatrician for clinical evaluation to rule out head injury.Recurrent vomitigs, headache, bleed, swelling or lethargy may indicate head injury.
My mother had a stroke last 15 days back left side is paralysed and she is bedridden cannot get up from the bed.pls find the scan report of the head and X re of spine kindly suggest.
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Continue medical trt for stroke Get orthopedic opinion for x ray spine
Sir, My father ( an advocate) has developed symptoms of Alzheimer recently and sometimes he takes medicines on his own. He gets weak and unable to walk after taking tablets. Is there any test which can tell which medicines that he took? He takes Ayurved, Allopath, Homeopathy all and does not listen to me. Kindly help
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir Thank you for consulting with me. Alzheimer's disease is a difficult disease to handle since patient develops dementia or forgetfulness. There are no blood tests which can tell you which medicines he took. Please consult a neurologist/ Psychiatrist
Cerebroprotein hydrolysate is an extract from porcine (pig) brain tissue that acts on the central nervous system to protect nerves and improve brain functions.
Q. How to take Cebovas Tablet?
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water and not chew, crush or break it. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor.
Q. How quickly does Cebovas Tablet work?
You may see an improvement in your symptoms after 2 weeks. However this depends on your condition, response to treatment, and dosage administered.
Q. What is the duration of treatment with Cebovas Tablet?
The recommended duration of treatment is 10 to 20 days of continuous daily usage of the required dosage of Cebovas Tablet. However, this depends on the patient's age and illness.
Q. Can a person with a kidney problem be given Cebovas Tablet?
Although there are no studies indicating that this medicine causes further kidney problems, it should not be administered if a person has severe kidney disease.
Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Cebovas Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Cebovas Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.
Q. What happens in case of an overdose of Cebovas Tablet?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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References
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