PC 4 Tablet is used in the treatment of memory loss in Alzheimer's disease. It can also be used to treat age-related and post-traumatic memory loss. It works by improving communication between the nerve cells and protects the brain.
PC 4 Tablet is sometimes used to help manage sickle cell disease. It can reduce the number of painful episodes called vaso-occlusive crises by improving blood flow and preventing blood cells from sticking together.
PC 4 Tablet should be taken by mouth with or without food. It is advisable to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly, as it may result in twitching or jerking movements, and even relapse of the disease may occur.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. This medicine may cause weight gain; therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
This medicine can affect platelet aggregation, so inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help make blood thin. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
If you feel dizzy or off-balance after a head injury, PC 4 Tablet can help reduce vertigo by improving blood flow to the brain and supporting nerve function, making you feel steadier.
Side effects of PC Tablet
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 PC
Weight gain
Nervousness
Abnormality of voluntary movements
How to use PC 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. PC 4 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How PC Tablet works
PC 4 Tablet is a nootropic medicine. It works by increasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine), which improves communication between the nerve cells. It also protects the brain and nervous system from damage caused by a lack of oxygen.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with PC 4 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of PC 4 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of PC 4 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
PC 4 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
PC 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of PC 4 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
PC 4 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of PC 4 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take PC Tablet?
If you miss a dose of PC 4 Tablet, 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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Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may cause confusion, irritability, and sleep disorders. You may experience confusion, irritability, and slee... More
Sometimes I suddenly feel like I am going to faint with Dizziness and Vertigo and whole face and neck start sweating. Then gets pain in back of the head and back of Neck. Presently its paining. Feels little weak in body. Also suffering from a heaviness behind eyes with headache in Forehead and temple from last 10 days after using PC and Mobile too much. Have lil vometing tendency. Yesterday BP - 110/75 Today BP- 130/80 Persistent disease- Spondylitis (loss of cervical lordosis and paraspinal muscle spasm) AND Allergic rhinitis. Pls help.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Could be because of muscle fatigue due to excessive use of PC and mobile. You also need to do neck exercises which you can learn from a Physiotherapist . For rhinos take tab Loridin 1 tab OD x 3 days
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Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
At the age of 27year and no history of head injury, memory problems are more often related to stress and anxiety. A psychiatric evaluation may be useful.
My father is suffering from Parkinson's disease for last 10 years now he has lost his memory power and even don't know what to do and not to do even though urinated on his bed etc Pl advice treatment for him
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Parkinsonism is Disorder of motor activity characterised by slowness of movement and stiffness. Memory loss is a consequence of dementia. Both can occur together. Dementia involves damage of nerve cells in the brain, which can occur in several areas of the brain. Dementia affects people differently, depending on the area of the brain affected. Most types of dementia can't be cured, but there are ways to manage the behavioural symptoms. A neurological and psychiatric evaluation is required to make a rehabilitation plan for such patients.
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Dementia involves damage of nerve cells in the brain, which can occur in several areas of the brain. Dementia affects people differently, depending on the area of the brain affected. Most types of dementia can't be cured, but there are ways to manage the behavioural symptoms. A neurological and psychiatric evaluation is required to make a rehabilitation plan for such patients.
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If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking PC 4 Tablet?
No, do not stop taking PC 4 Tablet on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If PC 4 Tablet does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of the PC 4 Tablet dose.
Who should avoid taking PC 4 Tablet?
You should not take PC 4 Tablet if you are allergic to PC 4 Tablet or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking PC 4 Tablet if your kidney functions are severely deranged or if you have ever had localized bleeding in the brain (cerebral hemorrhage). You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are suffering from Huntington’s disease/chorea (a genetic disorder where the brain cells die quickly, causing deterioration of mental and physical abilities over time).
What is the correct way of taking PC 4 Tablet?
PC 4 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not break or chew the tablets. If you find it difficult to swallow, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may prescribe PC 4 Tablet in the form of a solution.
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