Cerebrolam Injection
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Product introduction
Cerebrolam Injection 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.
Cerebrolam Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional only. You may take it at the same time each day to maintain consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to doctor. Do not take this medicine if you are suffering from epilepsy or severe kidney problem.
It is not known to cause serious side effects but injection site reaction (pain or redness), nausea, headache and vertigo may occur. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Cerebrolam Powder for infusion
Benefits of Cerebrolam Powder for infusion
In Alzheimer's disease
Cerebrolam Injection 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. Cerebrolam Injection 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. Cerebrolam Injection 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 Cerebrolam Powder for infusion
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 Cerebrolam
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vertigo
- Sweating
- Fever
- Anxiety
- Hallucination
- Confusion
- Agitation
- Flu-like symptoms
How to use Cerebrolam Powder for infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Cerebrolam Powder for infusion works
Cerebrolam Injection 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 Cerebrolam Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cerebrolam Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cerebrolam Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cerebrolam Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Cerebrolam Injection 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 Cerebrolam Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cerebrolam Powder for infusion?
If you miss a dose of Cerebrolam Injection, get the injection 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Cerebrolam Injection 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
FAQs
What is Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate?
Cerebroprotein hydrolysate is an extract from porcine (pig) brain tissue that acts on the central nervous system to protect nerves and improve brain functions.
How is Cerebrolam Injection administered?
It is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional over a period of 15 minutes. This might vary on the dosage given and the route of administration.
Where do you inject Cerebrolam Injection?
It is injected either intramuscularly (into a muscle) or intravenously (into a vein).
How quickly does Cerebrolam Injection work?
You may see an improvement in your symptoms after 2 weeks. However this depends on your condition, response to treatment, and dosage administered.
What is the duration of treatment with Cerebrolam Injection?
The recommended duration of treatment is 10 to 20 days of continuous daily usage of the required dosage of Cerebrolam Injection. However, this depends on the patient's age and illness.
Can a person with a kidney problem be given Cerebrolam Injection?
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.
What happens in case of an overdose of Cerebrolam Injection?
Since Cerebrolam Injection is administered in a hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
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Marketer details
Name: Lamium Pharmaceuticals
Address: Godown No 2 Gat No 1587 , Mil no 1463 ,Muktai Niwas, Ground Floor Saswad Road Bajare Mala Wadki , Haveli Pune-412308, Maharashtra, India
Country of origin: India
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