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Tacrine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Tacrine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Tacrine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Tacrine Pronunciation : tak-reen ICD Code : Y51.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Alzheimer's AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Tacrine
International :
Cognex
Why is Tacrine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for mild to moderate dementia. It increases the amount of acetylcholine in the brain.When should Tacrine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients previously treated with this medication, who have too much bilirubin in blood, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Tacrine?
Adults—Initial- 10 milligrams (mg) four times a day. Maximum: 40 mg four times a day.How should Tacrine be taken?
It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.What are the warnings and precautions for Tacrine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of ulcers, seizures, problems with urinary system, asthma, blood vessel problems, heart, kidney, liver, lung or stomach disorders.• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
What are the side effects of Tacrine?
Most Common- Increase in liver test called alanine aminotransferase (ALT), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, muscle pain, loss of appetite and unsteadiness.Body As A Whole - Headache, fatigue, chest pain, decrease in weight, back pain and weakness.
Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, abdominal pain, flatulence and constipation.
Blood - Bruising.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle pain.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, confusion, unsteadiness, sleeplessness, drowsiness, tremor, agitation, depression, abnormal thinking, anxiety and hallucinations.
Respiratory - Nose inflammation, upper respiratory infection and coughing.
Skin- Rash, facial flushing and skin flushing.
Genitourinary- Urination frequency, urinary tract infection and urinary incontinence.
