Pyritinol: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

This information is not country-specific. Please refer to the Myanmar prescribing information.

Generic Medicine Info

Indications and Dosage

Oral
Cerebrovascular and mental function disorders

Adult: 600 mg daily, given in 3 divided doses.

Administration

Should be taken with food. Take w/ a large glass of water. Swallow whole, do not chew/ crush.

Special Precautions

Rheumatoid arthritis.

Adverse Reactions

Epigastric distress; anorexia; nausea; vomiting; headache; insomnia; pruritus and rash; restlessness.
Potentially Fatal: Acute pancreatitis, severe cholestatic hepatitis.

Drug Interactions

Concomitant therapy with gold, levamisole or D-penicillamine.

Action

Description: 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.

MIMS Class

Nootropics & Neurotonics/Neurotrophics

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