Cerifast 90mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer DD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Active Ingredient Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate (90mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassAmino acid derivatives
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassNootropic agent
User Rating4.3
User Reviews568

FAQ

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What happens if I miss a dose of Cerifast 90mg?
If you happen to miss a dose of Cerifast 90mg, 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.
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What is the duration of treatment with Cerifast 90mg?
The recommended duration of treatment is 10 to 20 days of continuous daily usage of the required dosage of Cerifast 90mg. However, this depends on the patient's age and illness.
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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.
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Can a person with a kidney problem be given Cerifast 90mg?
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.
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How to take Cerifast 90mg?
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.
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What happens in case of an overdose of Cerifast 90mg?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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How quickly does Cerifast 90mg work?
You may see an improvement in your symptoms after 2 weeks. However this depends on your condition, response to treatment, and dosage administered.
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What if you forget to take Cerifast Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cerifast 90mg, 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.
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Cerifast 90mg Tablet Reviews

Cerifast 90mg 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.

Cerifast 90mg 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.

How Cerifast 90mg Tablet Works

Cerifast 90mg is a nerve repairing medicine. It works on the brain by repairing the nerve cells and improves their survival.

How to Use Cerifast 90mg 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. Cerifast 90mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Cerifast 90mg Tablet

  • In Stroke: Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Cerifast 90mg 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. Cerifast 90mg 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.
  • In Alzheimer's disease: Cerifast 90mg 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.

Uses of Cerifast 90mg Tablet

  • Head injury
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Stroke

Cerifast 90mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cerifast 90mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Cerifast 90mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cerifast 90mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cerifast 90mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cerifast 90mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  UNSAFE
Cerifast 90mg is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Do not take in case of epilepsy and severe kidney problem.
  • Cerifast 90mg consists of biological peptides which enhance nerve repair.
  • Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
  • It is not known to cause serious side effects. Nausea, headache, and vertigo may occur.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation. Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate.
  2. Phirke M, Bharati A, De Sousa A, et al. Cerebroprotein hydrolysate in treatment of vascular dementia– a case report. Int J Pharmacol and Clin Sci 2014;3:75-8.
  3. Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate [Product Information].
  4. CiplaMed. Cerebroprotein hydrolysate [Prescribing Information].

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