Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR

Short Description

Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR is used to treat mild to moderate dementia in Alzheimer's disease, a progressive illness that gradually affects memory and thinking.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Your doctor will explain how to take Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR. You may take it with food, preferably at night before going to bed. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose may change from time to time to suit your individual needs. It can take up to a few weeks for symptoms to improve so keep taking your medicine regularly. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Memory loss in Alzheimer's disease occurs due to disturbances of signal transmission in the brain. Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) involved in transmission of nerve signals. This improves memory and thinking.

You have been prescribed Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR to slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease but may help improve brain function and ability to do daily activities. Take it with or without food, preferably at night before going to bed. Monitor your body weight regularly as both Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR and Alzheimer's disease can cause weight loss. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Zillion 11.5mg Tablet SR affects you.