Vinpace 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke and memory loss in Parkinson's disease. It can also be used to treat age related memory loss and head injury. It helps in the improvement of brain function and provides enhancement of focus.
Vinpace 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it as advised by your doctor and if you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are dryness in mouth, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk) headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping). However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking Vinpace 10mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are suffering from seizures (epilepsy or fits) or any liver problems. This medicine may cause changes in your blood pressure and sugar levels, so it is better to monitor them regularly.
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is used in Alzheimer’s disease to help manage memory loss, confusion, and cognitive decline. It supports brain circulation and function, it may improve mental clarity, focus, and the ability to carry out daily activities more independently.
In Stroke
In stroke recovery, Vinpace 10mg Tablet is used to enhance blood flow to the brain, which may aid in regaining lost mental and motor skills. It can support better rehabilitation outcomes by improving attention, responsiveness, and overall brain function.
In Dementia in Parkinson's disease
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is used to address cognitive symptoms in Parkinson’s-related memory loss. It helps maintain mental sharpness and may assist in managing difficulties with concentration and recall that often affect daily living.
In Age related memory loss
For individuals experiencing memory decline with age, Vinpace 10mg Tablet may help boost brain alertness and concentration. It is used to support thinking speed and memory retention, helping improve mental agility in older adults.
In Head injury
After a head injury, Vinpace 10mg Tablet is used to help restore brain function by improving oxygen and nutrient delivery to brain cells. This can aid in reducing confusion, fatigue, and memory issues during the recovery phase.
Side effects of Vinpace 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 Vinpace
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Stomach pain
Nervousness
How to use Vinpace 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. Vinpace 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Vinpace Tablet works
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is semisynthetic alkaloid. It has a nootropic (protects nerves and the brain) effect. It inhibits the voltage-dependent neuronal sodium channels, which in turn enhances a chemical messenger (intracellular cGMP levels) in the brain. Thus, increases blood flow within the brain. This is how it prevents the destruction of never cells (neurons) and protects the brain. Thus, helps enhancement of the nervous system. It also has an antioxidant property. This works by oxidizing the free radicals (toxins) in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vinpace 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Vinpace 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Vinpace 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Vinpace 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
What if you forget to take Vinpace Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Vinpace 10mg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Take it with food or as suggested by your doctor.
It may make you feel dizzy. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid alcohol while taking Vinpace 10mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from any bleeding or heart disorder, hypertension or are taking anticoagulant medications such as warfarin and heparin.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Eburnan alkaloid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Nootropic Agents
User feedback
Patients taking Vinpace 10mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
70%
Once A Day
22%
Twice A Day
9%
What are you using Vinpace Tablet for?
Stroke
67%
Alzheimer's d*
33%
*Alzheimer's disease
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Vinpace 10mg Tablet?
Dryness in mo*
50%
Insomnia (dif*
50%
*Dryness in mouth, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
How do you take Vinpace Tablet?
With food
100%
FAQs
Can Vinpace 10mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
Yes, Vinpace 10mg Tablet may affect blood pressure by causing an increase or decrease in the levels. This change in blood pressure level is only for short duration. Further, if you have any concerns regarding changes in blood pressure consult your doctor.
Is Vinpace 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Yes, Vinpace 10mg Tablet is a blood thinner. This group of medicine prevent the formation of blood clots and the existing blood clots from getting larger. Hence, this property of Vinpace 10mg Tablet proves to be helpful in strokes.
What are the side effects of Vinpace 10mg Tablet?
The side effects of Vinpace 10mg Tablet include nausea, dizziness, difficulty falling asleep, dry mouth, headaches, facial flushing, and heartburn. Some may experience a decrease in blood pressure or increase in heartbeat, though these are for a brief time. Prolonged use of Vinpace 10mg Tablet may also be associated with slight reductions in blood glucose levels.
Is Vinpace 10mg Tablet a vasodilator?
Yes, it is a vasodilator (helps in the widening of blood vessels). It enlarges the cerebral blood vessels, improving cerebral blood flow which is helpful in cases of stroke.
Is Vinpace 10mg Tablet safe to use?
Yes, Vinpace 10mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. It is used in Japan, Europe, Mexico, and Russia for the treatment of cerebrovascular and cognitive disorders. In addition to that, it is commonly sold as a dietary supplement for the U.S. general population either alone or as one of several ingredients in dietary supplement products.
What is Vinpace 10mg Tablet made from?
Vinpace 10mg Tablet is a semisynthetic derivative (extracted from a natural product by partial chemical synthesis) of vincamine. Vincamine is obtained from the Periwinkle plant, Vinca minor L. Other names for Vinpace 10mg Tablet include Ethyl apovincaminate, Ethyl apovincaminoate, and vinca minor.
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References
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