All Details About Matcolin 4ml Injection
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Matcolin 4ml Injection
Description:
Matcolin 4ml Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease and memory loss (dementia) in Parkinson's disease. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. Therefore, it improves learning and memory.Matcolin 4ml Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. 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.
Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, and occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Earlier 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. Forever 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.
Uses:
Directions For Use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themOrdinary side effects of Matcolin
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Rash
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Matcolin 4ml Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Matcolin 4ml Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Matcolin 4ml Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Matcolin 4ml Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Matcolin 4ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Matcolin 4ml Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Matcolin 4ml Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. I have been prescribed Matcolin 4ml Injection for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Matcolin 4ml Injection is a form of an essential nutrient called choline which is naturally present in the body. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. Therefore, it improves learning, memory, and cognitive function (processing information or perception) in Alzheimer’s disease.
Q. Can I take alcohol during treatment with Matcolin 4ml Injection?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Matcolin 4ml Injection. However, since Matcolin 4ml Injection is prescribed for stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, head injury, and age-related memory impairment, it is best to avoid the consumption of alcohol.
Q. Can students take Matcolin 4ml Injection to improve memory and learning?
No, students should not take Matcolin 4ml Injection since studies show that Matcolin 4ml Injection is effective only in age-related memory problems, memory problems associated with long-standing stroke, and in Alzheimer’s disease. Moreover, there is no data available for use of this medicine in children.
Q. What is the role of Matcolin 4ml Injection in stroke?
In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Matcolin 4ml Injection orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Matcolin 4ml Injection either intravenously (injecting the medicine in vein directly) within 12 hours of having a stroke or daily for 7 days after the stroke can help the patient recover sooner.
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