Dalus Forte Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Dycine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient Citicoline (500mg) + Piracetam (800mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
User Rating4.4
User Reviews366

FAQ

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How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Dalus Forte?
There are reports which suggest that the use of Dalus Forte can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain rather than losing increased weight.
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What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Dalus Forte?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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What if you forget to take Dalus Forte Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dalus Forte, 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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Dalus Forte Tablet Reviews

Dalus Forte is a medicine used in stroke rehabilitation and as a cognitive enhancer. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. It may also be used in the treatment of brain trauma.

Dalus Forte may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. 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 and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. 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 suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include hyperactivity, stomach pain, nervousness, and decreased blood pressure. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine as this medicine may cause diarrhea. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.

How Dalus Forte Tablet Works

Dalus Forte is a combination of two medicines: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline is a nerve protecting medicine. It works on the brain by nourishing the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival. Piracetam is a GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) analogue. It works by protecting the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen and also affects various ion channels on nerve cell membrane.

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

Benefits of Dalus Forte Tablet

  • In Rehabilitation of Stroke: Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Dalus Forte 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.

Uses of Dalus Forte Tablet

  • Rehabilitation of Stroke

Dalus Forte Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dalus Forte during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Dalus Forte may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Dalus Forte may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney  CAUTION
Dalus Forte should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dalus Forte may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Dalus Forte is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dalus Forte. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dalus Forte is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dalus Forte may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dalus Forte during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Dalus Forte may cause drowsiness and shakiness which may affect your concentration and driving ability so do not drive unless you are feeling well.
  • Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
  • Dalus Forte can cause weight gain, maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly to prevent this.
  • Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhoea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur, which is not with everyone. Inform your doctor if you notice any other side effect.

References

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  3. Citicoline and Piracetam [Product Information]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: La Renon Healthcare Limited.
  4. Piracetam. Slough, Berkshire: UCB Pharma Limited; 2004 [revised 09 Feb. 2017].

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