Vinpocetine

Enough data is not available to support the use of Vinpocetine during pregnancy. Moreover, this medicine can increase menstrual blood flow. It is best advised to avoid this medicine during pregnancy.

Sufficient data is not available. But Vinpocetine is known to suppress lactation or production of breast milk. Hence this medicine should not be given in breastfeeding women.

Vinpocetine is not known to affect your ability to drive. But caution is advised in the presence of symptoms like drowsiness, headache, anxiety or sleeplessness.

Vinpocetine should not be used in patients with low blood pressure (hypotension). As alcohol causes hypotension, it is recommended to avoid it.

Vinpocetine is made from the leaves of a plant called ‘lesser periwinkle’ or ‘myrtle’ or ‘creeping myrtle’ (Vinca minor). The plant has many medicinal properties and some other substances are also used from different parts of the plantVinpocetine has anti-oxidant properties, which means it prevents the accumulation of harmful substances and purifies the blood. It is used mainly in brain disorders that arise due to reduced blood flowIn various clinical studies, this compound was found to improve metabolism and blood circulation in the brain and thus increases the oxygen supply and glucose (leading food for the brain) levelsIt was found to be particularly useful in memory problems and in conditions like stroke, where there is reduced supply of oxygen to the brain resulting in temporary and permanent damageIn patients with seizures and those with thinking, learning and memory problems (dementia), Vinpocetine was proven clinically to have improved memory and concentrationVinpocetine is a good treatment option to improve memory

Vinpocetine should be taken in the exact dose as advised by the physician. This medicine may have to be taken multiple times in a day, as it is absorbed and removed from the blood quicklyHence, do not take more than the recommended dose of this medicineIt is advisable to take medicine with foodDo not take alcohol when using this medicine; it may cause side effectsStop the medication at least two weeks before any surgery