Cogmentin Information

Cogmentin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Cogmentin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Cogmentin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cogmentin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cogmentin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cogmentin's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Cogmentin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cogmentin related warnings section.

Cogmentin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cogmentin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Cogmentin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cogmentin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Cogmentin Benefits & Uses
Cogmentin Dosage & How to Take
Cogmentin Side Effects
Cogmentin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cogmentin with Other Drugs
Cogmentin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cogmentin
Cogmentin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cogmentin Benefits & Uses

Cogmentin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Alzheimer's Disease

Cogmentin 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
Adult	Disease: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 38 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg donepezil and 28 mg memantine, dose should be given in the evening
Geriatric	Disease: Alzheimer's Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 38 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg donepezil and 28 mg memantine, dose should be given in the evening

Cogmentin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cogmentin safe for pregnant women?

Cogmentin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cogmentin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cogmentin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Cogmentin on the Kidneys?

Cogmentin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cogmentin on the Liver?

Cogmentin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cogmentin on the Heart?

Using Cogmentin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Cogmentin with Other Drugs

Cogmentin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Quinidine

Amiodarone

Amoxapine

Aripiprazole

Moderate

Phenobarbital

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Acetazolamide

Promethazine

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Mild

Aspirin

Dexamethasone

Cogmentin Contraindications

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

Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cogmentin

Is this Cogmentin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cogmentin.

Cogmentin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cogmentin

Taking Cogmentin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cogmentin

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