Cognitol
Cognitol Products are primarily used for
Alzheimer's disease, Stroke, Dementia in Parkinson's disease
About Cognitol Products
Uses of Cognitol Products
Vinpocetine is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, dementia in Parkinson's disease, age related memory loss and head injury.
Cognitol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Cognitol are 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 Cognitol Products work
Vinpocetine 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.
Patient Concerns about Cognitol Products
Frequently asked questions about Cognitol Products
Frequently asked questions about Vinpocetine
Q. Can COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET affect blood pressure?
Yes, COGNITOL 5 MG 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.
Q. Is COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET a blood thinner?
Yes, COGNITOL 5 MG 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 COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET proves to be helpful in strokes.
Q. What are the side effects of COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET?
The side effects of COGNITOL 5 MG 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 COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET may also be associated with slight reductions in blood glucose levels.
Q. Is COGNITOL 5 MG 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.
Q. Is COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET safe to use?
Yes, COGNITOL 5 MG 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.
Q. What is COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET made from?
COGNITOL 5 MG 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 COGNITOL 5 MG TABLET include Ethyl apovincaminate, Ethyl apovincaminoate, and vinca minor.