General Information on Nicergoline

Generic Name : Nicergoline

Latest prescription information about Nicergoline. Learn how to pronounce the drug's name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.

Therapeutic Classification : Central Nervous System Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Nicergoline

India :

Cholergol (30mg)

International :

Adavin, Albotyl, Bieluzon S, Celgotin S, Cereid S, Cergodun, Circulat, Dasovas, Ergobel, Ergotop, Fitergol, Hirubulin, Lestmart N, Lexilin, Marileon N, Marion, Nicergin, Nicergobeta, Nicergolin, Ni Read more..

Why is Nicergoline Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an ergot derivative, prescribed for dementia. It decreases vascular resistance and increases arterial blood flow in the brain.

When should Nicergoline not to be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Nicergoline?

Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 10 mg 3 times/day. Maintenance: 5-10 mg 3 times/day. Max: 60 mg/day in divided doses.
IV/IM- The recommended dose is 2 to 8mg/day infusion.

How should Nicergoline be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.
It also comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.