Alfa GPC Pastilles
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Product introduction
Alfa GPC Pastilles is a plant-based fatty acid. It is used as a nutritional supplement that may help improve neurological health.
Alfa GPC Pastilles can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications.
Alfa GPC Pastilles is usually a safe medicine. However, it may cause dry mouth in some people. If you experience any other symptoms which you think are due to the medicine, inform your doctor.
Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have any other medical or psychological conditions or are taking any other medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription.
Uses of Alfa GPC Pastilles
Benefits of Alfa GPC Pastilles
In Nutritional deficiencies
Alfa GPC Pastilles is a dietary supplement that may help support healthy cognitive and mental functioning. It may help improve memory, learning, and concentration and is therefore often used to manage symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss. For athletes, it may help improve their performance. Take Alfa GPC Pastilles as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Alfa GPC Pastilles
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 them
Common side effects of Alfa GPC
- No common side effects seen
- Dryness in mouth
How to use Alfa GPC Pastilles
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Alfa GPC Pastilles may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Alfa GPC Pastilles works
Alfa GPC Pastilles increases the release of a chemical in the brain called acetylcholine that facilitates learning and memory. Alfa GPC Pastilles also prevents exercise-induced reductions in choline levels, increases endurance performance and growth hormone secretion.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alfa GPC Pastilles. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Alfa GPC Pastilles during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Alfa GPC Pastilles during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Alfa GPC Pastilles alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
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There is limited information available on the use of Alfa GPC Pastilles in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Alfa GPC Pastilles in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Alfa GPC Pastilles?
If you miss a dose of Alfa GPC Pastilles, 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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Quick tips
- Alfa GPC Pastilles is a nutritional supplement used to improve cognitive function.
- If you are an Alzheimer's patient, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking (if any).
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glycerophosphocholine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Antioxidant
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Alfa GPC Pastilles
Once A Day
49%
Twice A Day
48%
Thrice A Day
3%
What are you using Alfa GPC Pastilles for?
Nutritional d*
67%
Others
33%
*Nutritional deficiencies
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
56%
Average
22%
Poor
22%
What were the side-effects while using Alfa GPC Pastilles?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Alfa GPC Pastilles?
With food
100%
Please rate Alfa GPC Pastilles on price
Expensive
83%
Average
17%
FAQs
What is Alfa GPC Pastilles used for?
Alfa GPC Pastilles is used as a dietary supplement to improve memory and thinking skills.
Can I take Alfa GPC Pastilles with food?
Alfa GPC Pastilles can be taken with or without food. However, it is best if it is taken with any fatty food since it is a phospholipid (a fat-like substance), so it is better absorbed.
How long does it take for Alfa GPC Pastilles to start working?
Alfa GPC Pastilles may start showing its effect within the first month of treatment. You may experience improvement in thinking and remembering (cognitive effect). However, it may take about a few weeks to see the full benefits.
How may tablets of Alfa GPC Pastilles can I take in a day?
You may take 1-2 tablets daily or as directed by your doctor.
Does Alfa GPC Pastilles cause depression?
No, this medicine does not cause depression. If you are experiencing symptoms related to depression then it could be due to an existing medical condition. Consult your doctor immediately in such a case.
What foods contain Alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine or alpha GPC?
Rich food sources of GPC include beef liver, eggs, fish, nuts, cauliflower, and broccoli.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alfa GPC Pastilles. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alfa GPC Pastilles. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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