Cerebrolysin Information

Cerebrolysin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Stroke. Secondary and off-label uses of Cerebrolysin have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Cerebrolysin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Cerebrolysin include Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cerebrolysin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cerebrolysin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cerebrolysin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cerebrolysin related warnings talks about Cerebrolysin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cerebrolysin contraindications section.

Additionally, Cerebrolysin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cerebrolysin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cerebrolysin Benefits & Uses
Cerebrolysin Dosage & How to Take
Cerebrolysin Side Effects
Cerebrolysin Related Warnings
Cerebrolysin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cerebrolysin
Cerebrolysin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cerebrolysin Benefits & Uses

Cerebrolysin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Stroke

Other Benefits

Cerebrolysin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Cerebrolysin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cerebrolysin safe for pregnant women?

Cerebrolysin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Cerebrolysin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cerebrolysin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cerebrolysin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cerebrolysin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cerebrolysin on the Kidneys?

Cerebrolysin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cerebrolysin on the Liver?

Cerebrolysin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cerebrolysin on the Heart?

Side effects of Cerebrolysin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Cerebrolysin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cerebrolysin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Epilepsy
Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cerebrolysin

Is this Cerebrolysin habit forming or addictive?

Cerebrolysin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cerebrolysin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cerebrolysin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cerebrolysin has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Cerebrolysin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cerebrolysin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cerebrolysin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cerebrolysin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cerebrolysin with alcohol will be.

Unknown