CEREHENZ 60 Injection 1's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate 60 mg
Manufacturer
La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CEREHENZ 60 INJECTIONCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION contains Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate which belongs to group of medicines called Neurotrophic agents. It is used to manage cranial injury, aprosexia (inability to concentrate) in dementia, cerebrovascular disease that includes stroke, and Alzheimer's disease. A cranial injury is a head injury causing trauma to the scalp, skull, or brain. It is characterised by symptoms such as leakage of blood out
Uses
progressive degeneration of brain cells, resulting in brain shrinkage. It is characterised by dementia, social withdrawal, and wandering. CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal dysfunction, status epilepticus (a life-threatening neurological disorder), or major epilepsia (a seizure that causes loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions). CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with epilepsy (fits or seizures) and or allergic diathesis (condition causing predisposition to develop group of allergies such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, or atopic dermatitis). CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding females only if it is clearly needed. CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65 years). Consult your doctor before receiving it. The common
How It Works
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION helps in restoring brain functions where Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate works by protecting nerve cells from toxins and lack of oxygen. It improves the survival ability of nerve cells. It also helps in the formation of new nerve cells, increasing nutrition of brain cells, reducing inflammation of brain tissues, and blocking the release of certain chemicals that may damage brain cells.
Directions for Use
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION are headache, nausea, vertigo (sensation of spinning), increased sweating, agitation, fever, and hallucinations. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION Manage cranial injury (head injury) Manage cerebrovascular disease that includes stroke (lack of blood supply in the brain) Manage aprosexia (inability to concentrate) in dementia Manage Alzheimer’s disease (disease caused due to degeneration of brain cells) HOW CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION WORKSCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION helps in restoring brain functions where Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate works by protecting nerve cells from toxins and lack of oxygen. It improves the survival ability of nerve cells. It also helps in the formation of new nerve cells, increasing nutrition of brain cells, reducing inflammation of brain tissues, and blocking the release of certain chemicals that may damage brain cells. DIRECTIONS FOR USECEREHENZ 60 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CEREHENZ 60 INJECTIONCOMMON headache nausea vertigo (sensation of spinning) increased sweating agitation fever hallucinations confusion flu like symptoms such as chills, fever, sore throat, and coughing anxiety RARE hyperventilation (deeper and faster breathing) high blood pressure fatigue (weakness) tremor depression indifference numbness deranged appetite digestive disorders diarrhoea constipation vomiting signs of allergic reaction such as itching, focal skin vascular reaction, pains in head, neck and extremities, fever, mild back pain, shortness of breath, tremor, or shock-like appearances Stop receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: arrhythmia or palpitation (faster heart rate)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used cautiously in pregnant females only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving it. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used cautiously in breastfeeding mothers only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESConsult your doctorDo not drive or operate machines after receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION to avoid any possible risk. Consult your doctor before receiving it. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorConsult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION if alcohol is planned to be consumed. KIDNEYConsult your doctorCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal dysfunction. It should be used with caution in patients with other kidney problems. Consult your doctor before receiving it. LIVERUse with CautionCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION. ALLERGYContraindicatedCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is not recommended for use if you are allergic to cerebroprotein hydrolysate, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before receiving it. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in children. Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION. OTHERSCEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is not recommended for use if you: have status epilepticus (condition in which seizure that lasts for more than five minutes or there occurs more than one seizure in five minutes) have major epilepsy (seizure that causes loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions) Before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION, inform your doctor if you: allergic diathesis (condition causing predisposition to develop group of allergies such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, or atopic dermatitis) convulsion (repeated and uncontrolled contraction and relaxation of muscles) have or ever had any seizures (epilepsy or fits)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage depression such as mono-amineoxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) Ex. phenelzine Overdosage: CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cerebroprotein hydrolysate Pharmacological Category : Neurotrophic agents Therapeutic Indication : Cranial injury, Aprosexia (inability to concentrate) in dementia, Cerebrovascular disease including stroke, Alzheimer's disease Dosage Forms : Injection, Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep the medicine out of reach of children Store CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about CEREHENZ 60 Injection 1's.
What is CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION used for?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is used to manage cranial injury, aprosexia (inability to concentrate) in dementia, cerebrovascular disease that includes stroke, and Alzheimer's disease. Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION.
What happens if you take more CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION than your required dose?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely that you will receive an overdose. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
What side effects are seen with CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION?
The common side effects associated with the use of CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION are headache, nausea, vertigo (sensation of spinning), increased sweating, agitation, fever, and hallucinations. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.
Who should avoid receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to cerebroprotein hydrolysate or with severe renal dysfunction, status epilepticus (a life-threatening neurological disorder), or major epilepsia (a seizure that causes loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions). Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION.
Is CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION safe to use in elderly patients?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above), especially in those who do not respond to anticholinesterases. Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION.
How does CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION work?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION helps in restoring brain functions, where Cerebroprotein Hydrolysate works by protecting nerve cells from toxins and a lack of oxygen. It improves the survival ability of nerve cells. It also helps in the formation of new nerve cells, increases the nutrition of brain cells, reduces inflammation of brain tissues, and blocks the release of certain chemicals that may damage brain cells.
Can I drive while receiving alcohol?
Do not drive vehicles, operate machines, or do any hazardous activity after receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION to avoid any possible risk as this medicine may cause vertigo. Consult your doctor before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION.
What is the method of receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION?
CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse and placed into the vein. Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
What medication’s intake should be lowered while receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION?
Before receiving CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking medicines that are used to manage depression, such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), such as phenelzine.
Can CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION cause flu?
Yes. CEREHENZ 60 INJECTION may cause flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, sore throat, and cough in some patients, which are generally temporary and resolve with time. However, contact your doctor if this condition worsens.
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Last Updated
05 Apr 2023