Indications - All forms of acute and chronic cerebral circulatory insufficiency: TIA (Transient Ischaemic Attack), reversible ischaemic neurological deficiency, progressive stroke, completed stroke, post-apoplectic conditions, multiinfarct dementia, cerebral arteriosclerosis, post-traumatic, hypertensive encephalopathy etc. For the reduction of psychic or neurological symptoms of cerebral insufficiency (e.g., memory disturbances, dizziness, headache, aphasia, apraxia, locomotor disorders etc.). Ophthalmology: It can be used for the treatment of vascular disorders of the choroid and retina due to arteriosclerosis, vasospasm, macular degeneration, arterial or venous thrombosis or embolism, and glaucoma secondary to the above mentioned disorders. Otology: For the treatment of impaired hearing of vascular or toxic (iatrogenic) origin, presbyacusis, Meniere’s disease, cochleovestibular neuritis, tinnitus and dizziness of labyrinth origin. For the treatment of vasovegetative symptoms of climacteric syndrome. For the treatment of vasovegetative symptoms of climacteric syndrome
Dosage & Administration - Vinpocetine is taken 15-30 mg daily in 3 divided doses with meals. The maintenance dose is 15 mg three times daily over long periods.
Side Effects - Vinpocetine is well tolerated. In some cases transient fall of blood pressure and tachycardia may occur.
Contraindications - Vinpocetine is contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation. Hypersensitivity to its components is also contraindicated.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Pregnancy category- Not classified