Idebenone
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Idebenone is used in the treatment of mental impairment associated with cerebrovascular disorders. It also is used in Alzheimer`s disease. Idebenone is a yellowish orange to orange crystalline solid, powder, or mass, without odor, prepared by chemical synthesis.
Indications
Idebenone is primarily indicated in conditions like Alzheimer's disease, Cerebral arteriosclerosis, Cerebrovascular disease, Decreased volition, Emotional disturbances, Sequelae of cerebral hemorrhages, Sequelae of cerebral infarction, Speech disturbances, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Cardiomyopathy.
Contraindications
Idebenone is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Idebenone, which give rise to further complications include Hallucinations, Anemia, Delirium, Leucopenia, Tremors, Convulsive seizures, Hyperkinesia, Poriomania. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Idebenone are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Excitement, Nausea, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Insomnia, Malaise, Light headedness, Epigastric pain.
Warnings
No warnings information is recorded for this medicine yet.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
90 to 120 mg (100 (105)) 8 hourly PO — For Alzheimer's disease:
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Idebenone was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.