It is an alkaloid obtained synthetically or from the bulbs or flowers of Galanthus caucasius.
PHARMACOKINETIC
• Absorption: well absorbed orally.
• Metabolism: partially hepatic.
• Excretion: renal.
• Half life: 7 hrs.
THERAPEUTIC USES
• It is used in treatment of dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease.
• Treatment of mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
ADVERSE EFFECTS
• Bradycardia
• Syncope (fainting).
• Seizures
• Bleeding in stomach and intestine.
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