Uses of Myatamet Film Coated Tablet

Myatamet is used to help improve thinking, learning, and memory in patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, or head trauma. To ensure the effectiveness of using Myatamet, users need to follow the instructions of a specialist.

1.1. What is Myatamet? Myatamet belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs, with the main ingredient being Citicoline (as Citicoline sodium) 500mg. Myatamet is manufactured at Theragen Etex Co, Ltd - KOREA, and registered by Il Hwa Co, Ltd.
The drug is in the form of film-coated tablets and is packaged in a box of 2 blisters x 10 tablets
1.2. What are the uses of Myatamet? Indications to use Myatamet in the following cases:
Support and improve thinking, learning and memory in patients with Alzheimer's disease, memory loss or head injury. People with loss or disturbance of consciousness due to brain damage, head injury and brain surgery. Memory problems in the elderly and stroke or ischemic heart disease. Support recovery and movement with patients with hemiplegia after stroke. Parkinson's disease presents with severe tremors. The use of Myatamet is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with a history of hypersensitivity to all ingredients in the drug. The patient has increased parasympathetic nervous system tone. Pregnant and lactating mothers.

2.1. How to take Myatamet When using Myatamet, the patient needs to take the tablet whole with 1 glass of water, between meals. 2.2. Dosage of the drug Myatamet Usual dose: Take 1-2 tablets/time/day. Dosage for the treatment of patients with Parkinson's disease: Take 1 tablet once a day. Requires continuous and minimal treatment for 3 to 4 weeks. Usual treatment for people with post-traumatic brain injury and brain surgery: 1 to 2 tablets per day x 1 - 2 times a day, 1 pill each time. Dosage for patients to overcome sequelae after cerebrovascular accident or chronic encephalopathy: Take 2 tablets/time/day. Treatment should be continued for at least 3 to 4 weeks. In case of missed dose:
In case of missed dose of Myatamet Film Coated Tablet, supplement should be made as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose of Myatamet Film Coated Tablet and use a new dose. Overdose treatment:
For the case of overdose Myatamet Film Coated Tablet, there will be symptoms of toxicity on the kidneys, liver or may experience some symptoms similar to unwanted effects of the drug. Patients need to stop taking Myatamet immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

Care must be taken when treating patients with Myatamet with intracranial bleeding. During treatment, patients need to comply with the indications, do not arbitrarily increase or decrease the amount of Myatamet drug to be faster and more effective. During treatment, the patient should limit the use of foods or drinks containing carbonated, alcohol and stimulants. It is necessary to consult with the medical team for treatment before deciding to stop treatment with Myatamet. If Myatamet has expired or shows strange symptoms such as moldy, discolored or watery, do not continue to use it. It is necessary to avoid leaving Myatamet in places with direct sunlight or places with high humidity. Do not leave Myatamet near places where children play. Myatamet may affect memory and brain development in fetuses and young children. In addition, the addition of Myatamet is not necessary in well-nourished patients. Therefore, Myatamet should be used in these pregnant women only when clearly needed and where the expected benefit to treatment outweighs any possible risks. For mothers who are breastfeeding, it is necessary to consult a doctor before using Myatamet to avoid unwanted conditions. Patients may experience side effects such as blurred vision, affecting the ability to drive and when operating machinery. Therefore, while driving and operating machinery, Myatamet should not be used.

Myatamet is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth for short periods of time (about less than 90 days). The safety of prolonged use of the drug has not been established. However, patients still need to pay attention to the following side effects:
Blood pressure is too low or too high; Nausea and vomiting; Difficulty sleeping, headache, insomnia, dizziness, blurred vision; Abdominal pain, chest pain, diarrhea, stomach boiling and heat If experiencing these symptoms, the patient should stop using Myatamet and notify the doctor for appropriate management.

Myatamet can change the ability of L - Dopa to work. Therefore, Myatamet should not be used together with medicines containing Meclofenoxate. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Myatamet, patients should inform their doctors about all the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Myatamet.

Myatamet should be stored at room temperature, protected from light and moisture. Do not store Myatamet in the bathroom or in the freezer in the refrigerator. Myatamet should not be thrown into the toilet or plumbing unless directed to do so. Above is all information about Myatamet, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Myatamet is a prescription drug, and patients should absolutely not self-treat at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.