INTRODUCTION

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) contains Cerebrolysin which belongs to the group of medicines called Nootropics and Neurotronic agents. It is used to manage cranial injury (injury in the brain) and other problems in the brain caused due to poor blood flow such as stroke or vascular dementia (problems in thinking, memory, and reasoning). It can also be used to improve memory and thinking in patients having dementia or Alzheimer’s disease (memory loss caused due to destruction of brain cells) and to reduce overstimulation of the brain cells.

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) should be used only under careful medical supervision. Before receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) inform your doctor if you have epilepsy or severe kidney disease. Talk to your doctor if you are allergic to cerebrolysin or to any other protein substances before receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN).

You must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby or breastfeeding. The common side effects of receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) are pain and swelling at the injection site, headache, dizziness, nausea, fever, or chills. Inform your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms worsen.

USES OF CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)

It is used to manage:

• cranial injury (brain injury)
• stroke (sudden loss of blood supply to the brain)
• vascular dementia (dementia caused due to low blood supply to the brain
• Alzheimer’s disease (including dementia of Alzheimer’s type)

HOW CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) WORKS

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) is a neuroprotective agent. It works by repairing the nerve cells which improves its survival. It also protects the nerve cells from getting damaged during harmful conditions (such as exposure towards toxic proteins or free radicals) and improves the brain’s ability for self-repair.

It can reduce overstimulation of the nerve cells and improve the thickness of the blood-brain barrier (protecting covering of the brain). It also helps the brain to regain its potential and improves memory and thinking in patients suffering from memory impairment (such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease).

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously) or muscles (intramuscularly). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for your depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Injection site reactions:

Place an ice pack on the injected site. Do not move the affected area frequently. If the symptom worsens, consult your doctor.

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Try taking rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee. Contact your doctor if your headache worsens.

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of fluids such as water, fruit juices or electrolytes to avoid dehydration in your body. Contact your doctor if your diarrhea worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• antidepressants (used to manage depression) such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (Ex. phenelzine, selegiline, isocarboxazid)

Overdosage:

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse under careful medical supervision. Therefore, it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) out of reach of children
• Store CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)

What is the use of CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) is a neuroprotective agent. It is used to manage cranial injury (injury in the brain) and other problems in the brain caused due to poor blood flow such as stroke or vascular dementia (problems in thinking, memory, and reasoning). It can also be used to improve memory and thinking in patients having dementia or Alzheimer’s disease (memory loss caused due to destruction of brain cells) and to reduce overstimulation of the brain cells.

What CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) does to my body?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) improves the brain’s ability for self-repair. It protects the nerve cells from getting damaged during harmful conditions. It also helps the brain to regain its potential and improves memory and thinking in patients suffering from memory impairment.

What are the side effects of CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)?

The common side effects of receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) are pain and swelling at the injection site, headache, dizziness, nausea, fever, or chills. Inform your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms worsen.

How CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) is administered?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse into the vein (intravenously) or into the muscle (intramuscularly). Your doctor will decide the correct dose, site of administration and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection.

Can CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) be used in children?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) should be used in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Your doctor will evaluate the risks and benefits of the therapy and administer the medicine accordingly.

Is CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) safe?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) is safe when used in the doses recommended by your doctor. Therefore, carefully follow your doctor's instructions and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any unpleasant side effects after receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN).

Can I take CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) during pregnancy?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) should be used in pregnant women only if prescribed by a physician. Your doctor will decide whether you should receive CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) or not after evaluating the risks and benefits of the therapy. Therefore, inform your doctor before receiving CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

When can CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) be used for stroke?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) is a neuroprotective agent. It works by repairing the nerve cells which improves its survival. It protects the nerve cells from getting damaged during harmful conditions. Therefore, it helps the brain to regain its potential and improves the brain’s ability of self-repair during conditions such as stroke, cranial injury, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.

How long should I take CEREBROLYSIN (SUN)?

CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) will be given to you by a doctor after outweighing the risks and benefits. Your doctor will decide the dose, duration, and frequency of CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) for use depending upon your age, body weight and severity of your disease condition. Consult your doctor for advice.

Can CEREBROLYSIN (SUN) improve my memory?

Cerebrolysin can improve cognitive function in older adults with memory problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

REFERENCES

1. Harsh Mohan. Central Nervous System. Cerebrovascular Diseases and Trauma to the CNS. Textbook of Pathology. 6th Edition. 2010. Page – 879 and 882.

2. Ever Pharma. Cerebrolysin. [Accessed on 7th September 2022] https://www.cerebrolysin.com/cerebrolysin/about-cerebrolysin

3. Ever Pharma. Cerebrolysin. Mode of Action. [Accessed on 7th September 2022] https://www.cerebrolysin.com/cerebrolysin/mode-of-action

4. MIMS.com. Cerebrolysin. Full Prescribing Info. [Accessed on 7th September 2022] https://www.mims.com/philippines/drug/info/cerebrolysin?type=full

5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization. Cerebrolysin solution for injection. [Revised in July 2014]. [Accessed on 7th September 2022] https://cdscoonline.gov.in/CDSCO/Drugs

USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time
• Complete Blood Count
• Prothrombin Time