COGNITOL 5MG TABLET belongs to the class of ‘phytonutrients’, primarily used to improve dementia in Alzheimer's disease, hearing impairment, concentration, mental attention and macular degeneration (an eye disease that causes vision loss). It is also used as a neuroprotective agent that prevents damage to the brain or spinal cord from ischemic stroke (interrupted blood supply to the brain), convulsions, or trauma. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET is also used to treat symptoms of menopause, chronic fatigue syndrome, and seizures (fits), and prevents motion sickness.

COGNITOL 5MG TABLET contains 'Vinpocetine,' a semisynthetic derivative of alkaloid, Vincamine that is extracted from the periwinkle plant. Vinpocetine belongs to the class of phosphodiesterase inhibitors that blocks the action of the enzyme, phosphodiesterase (that controls the signalling messengers). COGNITOL 5MG TABLET relaxes blood vessels in the brain and increases blood flow to the brain. It also protects the brain cells (neurons) against injury. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET exhibits a nootropic effect and improves cognitive function. It is also used as a dietary supplement and has anti-oxidant activity against free radicals (toxins) in the body.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your disease and response to treatment. Common side effects of COGNITOL 5MG TABLET include stomach pain, nausea, sleep disturbances, headache, dizziness, nervousness, and flushing of the face. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to COGNITOL 5MG TABLET or its components. If you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, let your doctor know before starting COGNITOL 5MG TABLET. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, low blood pressure (hypotension), bleeding disorders, and constipation. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting COGNITOL 5MG TABLET. Avoid consuming alcohol along with COGNITOL 5MG TABLET as it can make you dizzy or drowsy.

COGNITOL 5MG TABLET contains 'Vinpocetine,' a semisynthetic derivative of alkaloid, Vincamine that is extracted from the periwinkle plant. Vinpocetine improves dementia in Alzheimer's disease, hearing impairment, concentration, mental attention and macular degeneration (an eye disease that causes vision loss). It prevents damage to the brain or spinal cord from ischemic stroke (interrupted blood supply to the brain), convulsions or trauma by acting as a neuroprotective agent. It also treats symptoms of menopause, chronic fatigue syndrome, and seizures (fits), and prevents motion sickness. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET exhibits a nootropic effect by improving memory functioning and protecting brain cells from injury. It has antioxidant activity and is used as a dietary supplement. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET is a vasodilator that helps widens the blood vessels and helps in improving cerebral blood flow in cases of stroke.

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Sleep disturbances
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nervousness
• Flushing of the face

Brief your medical history if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, bleeding disorders, and weak immune system before starting COGNITOL 5MG TABLET. This medicine is contraindicated for low blood pressure (hypotension) and constipation. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy since it may lead to miscarriage and harm the foetus. Please consult your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother before starting COGNITOL 5MG TABLET. Avoid consuming alcohol along with COGNITOL 5MG TABLET as it might lead to increased side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery as COGNITOL 5MG TABLET may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy.

Drug-Drug Interaction: COGNITOL 5MG TABLET may interact with anti-coagulants (clopidogrel, heparin, warfarin), and painkillers that slow down blood clotting (aspirin, diclofenac)

Drug-Food Interaction: Do not consume alcohol while taking COGNITOL 5MG TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using COGNITOL 5MG TABLET, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, bleeding disorders, and weak immune system. COGNITOL 5MG TABLET is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension) and constipation.

• CLOPIDOGREL
• HEPARIN
• WARFARIN
• ASPIRIN
• DICLOFENAC

• Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
• Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
• Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain anti-oxidants.
• Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
• Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
• Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

• Let your doctor know that you are taking COGNITOL 5MG TABLET if you are undergoing any medical tests.
• It is advised to regularly monitor your blood pressure since COGNITOL 5MG TABLET affects the blood pressure. 

Alzheimer's disease: The disease is named after Dr Alois Alzheimer, who was the first to discover the disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurological disorder that causes dementia (memory loss), and slowly destroys the ability to think, learn, communicate, and eventually, the ability to handle daily activities. It is the most common cause of dementia (memory loss) in adults. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning, such as remembering, thinking and reasoning. The causes of this disease are abnormal functioning of brain cells which causes a disturbance in communication between them. The risk factors are age, family history and genetics of a person. Alzheimer's disease symptoms include memory loss, trouble with familiar tasks, difficulties with problem-solving, trouble with writing or talking, disorientation, problems with reasoning or judgment, and mood and personality changes. In most people, the symptoms of Alzheimer's appear in their mid-60s.