Review the side-effects of Tacrine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Tacrine
Tacrine(Cognex) generic is a cholinesterase inhibitor, prescribed for mild to moderate dementia. It increases the amount of acetylcholine in the brain.Trade Names for Tacrine
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