Cerebrovit is useful for improving concentration and brain function, as well as meeting the needs of vitamins and minerals. Cerebrovit is an over-the-counter drug that is available in capsule form. Cerebrovit contains the main active ingredient in the form of L-glutamic acid which functions as a conductor of signals between nerves. Cerebrovit also contains other active ingredients, namely vitamins B1, B6, and B12, which are useful for increasing metabolism, maintaining a healthy nervous system, and strengthening the immune system.
Types and Content of Cerebrovit
There are 2 Cerebrovit products available in Indonesia, namely:
Cerebrovit Ginkgo
Cerebrovit Ginkgo is a multivitamin that is useful for improving brain function, concentration and memory, helping blood circulation, and meeting the needs of vitamins and minerals. Cerebrovit Ginkgo can be consumed by adults and children over 12 years old.
Cerebrovit Ginkgo contains the following ingredients:
- Ginkgo biloba 40 mg
- L-glutamic acid (L-glutamic acid) 200 mg
- Vitamin B1 (thiaminHCL) 5 mg
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 2 mg
- Vitamin B6 (pyridoxineHCL) 2 mg
- Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 1.5 mcg
- Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) 5 mg
- Calcium pantothenate (Ca-pantothenate) 2 mg
- Ascorbic acid (ascorbic acid) 25 mg
- Ferrous sulfate 5 mg
- Copper sulfate 100 mcg
- Zinc oxide 100 mcg
- magnesium sulfate (magnesium sulfate) 3.5 mg
- Calcium carbonate (calcium carbonate) 15 mg
- Sodium phosphate (sodium phosphate) 10 mg
- Potassium iodide (potassium ionide) 100 mcg
- Cobalt chloride (cobalt chloride) 100 mcg
- Manganese chloride (manganese chloride) 500 mcg
- Sodium molybdate 100 mcg
Cerebrovit X-Cel (Excel)
Cerebrovit X-Cel is a multivitamin that is useful for improving concentration and memory, increasing metabolism and maintaining endurance. Cerebrovit is intended for children and adolescents aged 12-22 years.
Cerebrovit X-Cel contains the following ingredients:
- L-glutamic acid 200 mg
- Folic acid 150 mcg
- Zinc 15 mg
- Selenium 50 mcg
- Vitamin B1 5 mg
- Vitamin B6 2 mg
- Vitamin B12 1.5 mcg
- Vitamin C 60 mg
- Vitamin E 30 mg
What is Cerebrovit?
| group | Multivitamins and minerals |
| Category | Free medicine |
| Benefit | Helps meet the needs of vitamins and minerals as well as improve memory and cognitive function. |
| Consumed by | Adults and youth 12 years and over. |
| Cerebrovit for pregnant and lactating women | Category N: Not categorized. Cerebrovit is not known to be absorbed into breast milk or not. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor first. |
| Drug form | Capsule |
Warning Before Taking Cerebrovit
- Do not take Cerebrovit if you have a history of allergies to the ingredients contained in this drug and MSG (monosodium glutamate).
- Do not take Cerebrovit if you have cirrhosis, hepatic encephalopathy, seizure, or a mental disorder, such as mania.
- Cerebrovit contains ginkgo, do not use anticoagulants, such as warfarin or heparin, while taking this medicine.
- Do not take Cerebrovit if you have low levels of potassium in your blood (hypokalemia).
- Tell your doctor if you have a blood clotting disorder, diabetes, and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking vitamin supplements and other herbal remedies.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- Check with your doctor immediately if you experience an allergic reaction to the drug or an overdose after taking Cerebrovit.
Dosage and Use of Cerebrovit
Cerebrovit is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. The dose of Cerebrovit X-Cel is 1-2 capsules per day. While the dose of Cerebrovit Ginkgo is 1 capsule per day.
How to Take Cerebrovit Correctly
Vitamin and mineral supplements are taken to meet the daily vitamin and mineral needs of the body, especially when the intake of vitamins and minerals from food alone is not enough. Supplements are only used as a complement, not as a substitute for nutrients from food.
Follow the instructions on the package or the doctor's advice when taking Cerebrovit. Use a glass of water to swallow a Cerebrovit capsule. If this multivitamin makes the stomach nauseous, take it while eating.
Store Cerebrovit at room temperature, avoid exposure to sunlight or moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Cerebrovit Interactions with Other Drugs
The content of ginkgo in Cerebrovit Ginkgo can cause interactions when used with other drugs. Drug interactions that can occur include:
- Increased risk of overzealousness, if used concomitantly with buspirone.
- Decreased effectiveness of alprazolam and efavirenz.
- Increased risk of bleeding and bruising, when used with antiplatelet and anticoagulant drugs, such as aspirin, clopidogrel, heparin, and warfarin.
- Increased risk of developing hypomania with fluoxetine.
- Increased risk of seizures, if used with anesthetic and antiarrhythmic drugs, antibiotics, antidepressants, antihistamines, immunosuppressants and stimulants.
In addition to the interactions due to ginkgo above, L-glutamic acid contained in Cerebrovit can also reduce blood levels of amphetamine, decrease the effectiveness of lactulose and levodopa, and increase the risk of side effects when used with anticonvulsant drugs (anticonvulsants).
Side Effects and Dangers of Cerebrovit
Although rare, the ingredients contained in Cerebrovit can cause some side effects, such as:
- Headache.
- Dizzy.
- Constipation.
- A burning sensation in the chest (heartburn).
- Stomach ache.
- Diarrhea.
Check with your doctor, if you experience the symptoms mentioned above. Stop using Cerebrovit and see a doctor immediately if you have an allergic reaction to the drug or serious side effects, such as:
- My pulse is weak and I feel like I'm going to faint
- Bruising, nosebleeds, and abnormal bleeding from the mouth, rectum, or vagina
- Experiencing symptoms of anemia, such as pale, weak, and tired quickly
- Seizures