CAVINTON 5 mg Tablets

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Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

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About the medicine

How to use Cavinton

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Package Leaflet: Information for the User
  2. Cavinton, 5 mg, tablets
    1. Read the package leaflet carefully before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
    2. Table of Contents of the Leaflet:
    3. What is Cavinton and what is it used for
  3. Important information before taking Cavinton
    1. When not to take Cavinton
    2. Warnings and precautions
    3. Children and adolescents
    4. Cavinton and other medicines
    5. Cavinton with food and drink
    6. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
    7. Driving and using machines
    8. Cavinton contains lactose (milk sugar)
  4. How to take Cavinton
    1. Taking a higher dose of Cavinton than recommended
    2. Missing a dose of Cavinton
  5. Possible side effects
    1. Reporting side effects
  6. How to store Cavinton
  7. Contents of the pack and other information
    1. What Cavinton contains
    2. What Cavinton looks like and contents of the pack
    3. Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Cavinton, 5 mg, tablets

Vinpocetine

Read the package leaflet carefully before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
  • If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.

Table of Contents of the Leaflet:

  • 1. What is Cavinton and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before taking Cavinton
  • 3. How to take Cavinton
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Cavinton
  • 6. Contents of the pack and other information
  • 1.

What is Cavinton and what is it used for

Cavinton contains the active substance vinpocetine.
Vinpocetine is a compound used to treat diseases or alleviate symptoms associated with
blood circulation disorders in the brain.
Indications for the use of Cavinton:

  • treatment of chronic cerebral circulatory insufficiency, including post-ischemic stroke and vascular dementia.
  • alleviation of mental and neurological symptoms of cerebral circulatory insufficiency.
  • treatment of chronic circulatory disorders in the retina and choroid of the eye.
  • treatment of hearing disorders of vascular origin.
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2. Important information before taking Cavinton

When not to take Cavinton

  • if you are allergic to vinpocetine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
  • if you are pregnant or breastfeeding;
  • if you are of childbearing age and do not use effective contraceptive methods;
  • if you have certain heart diseases, such as severe coronary heart disease or severe heart rhythm disorders;
  • during the acute phase of hemorrhagic stroke;
  • in children, due to the lack of sufficient clinical trial data in this age group.

Warnings and precautions

Before taking Cavinton, discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have certain heart diseases, your doctor will recommend performing control ECG tests
(electrocardiologic examination - examination of heart function). This is especially important for patients
who have been diagnosed with QT interval prolongation or patients who are taking medications that
cause QT interval prolongation.

Children and adolescents

The use of this medicine is contraindicated in children and adolescents due to the lack of sufficient
clinical trial data in this age group.

Cavinton and other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the medicines you are taking, or have recently taken, as well as
any medicines you plan to take.
Cavinton may interfere with the action of other medicines, or other medicines may affect its action.
Tell your doctor, especially if you are taking the following medicines:

  • alpha-methyldopa (a medicine used to treat high blood pressure);
  • anticoagulant medicines (medicines used to prevent excessive blood clotting);
  • antiarrhythmic medicines (medicines used to treat heart rhythm disorders);
  • medicines acting on the central nervous system.

Cavinton with food and drink

The medicine should be taken after meals

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or plan to have a child, consult your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
If you are of childbearing age, you must use effective contraception during treatment with Cavinton.
Otherwise, the administration of vinpocetine is contraindicated.
Cavinton is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

There is no data on the effect of vinpocetine on the ability to drive and use machines.

Cavinton contains lactose (milk sugar)

If you have been diagnosed with intolerance to some sugars, you should contact your doctor before
taking the medicine.

3. How to take Cavinton

This medicine should always be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. If you are unsure, ask your
doctor or pharmacist.
The usual dose of Cavinton is 1 or 2 tablets (5-10 mg) three times a day (15-30 mg).
Maintenance dose: 1 tablet 3 times a day.
Tablets should be taken after meals.
No dose adjustment is necessary if you have kidney or liver function disorders.
No dose adjustment is necessary if you are over 65 years old.

If you have taken more tablets of Cavinton than the recommended dose, seek medical attention
immediately or go to the nearest hospital.

Missing a dose of Cavinton

Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Take the next dose at the usual time.
If you have any further questions about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The side effects listed below are grouped by frequency of occurrence.
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

  • sleep disorders (insomnia, drowsiness);
  • dizziness and headaches, weakness - these symptoms may be related to the underlying disease;
  • changes in ECG recording (ST segment depression, QT interval prolongation), tachycardia and extra heartbeats; these symptoms occurred spontaneously, so it is not certain whether the use of Cavinton could have been the cause of these symptoms;
  • changes in blood pressure (mainly lower blood pressure than usual), hot flashes;
  • nausea, heartburn, and dry mouth;
  • increased liver enzyme activity;
  • allergic skin reactions.

Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1000 people):

  • leukopenia (decreased white blood cell count, which can cause frequent infections),
  • abdominal pain.

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist, or nurse. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C
02-222 Warsaw
Phone: 22 49-21-301
Fax: 22 49-21-309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting side effects will help to gather more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store Cavinton

Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original packaging to protect from light.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

What Cavinton contains

  • The active substance is vinpocetine
  • The other ingredients are: colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, talc, corn starch, lactose monohydrate.

What Cavinton looks like and contents of the pack

Flat tablets in the shape of a disk, with beveled edges, white or almost white in color, with a diameter of about 9 mm with the inscription "CAVINTON" on one side of the tablet.
The medicine is packaged in aluminum/PVC blisters.
The carton pack contains 50 or 100 tablets.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer

Gedeon Richter Plc.
Gyömrői út 19-21
1103 Budapest, Hungary.

GEDEON RICHTER POLSKA Sp. z o.o.
Medical Department
ul. ks. J. Poniatowskiego 5
05-825 Grodzisk Mazowiecki
Phone: +48 (22)755 96 48
[email protected]
fax: +48 (22) 755 96 24
Date of last revision of the leaflet:

  • Cavinton
  • Country of registration
  • Dosage form
    Tablets, 5 mg
  • ATC code
    N06BX18
  • Active substance
  • Prescription required
    Yes
  • Manufacturer
  • Importer
    Gedeon Richter Plc.
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Sergey Ilyasov

PsychiatryNeurology7 years of experience

Dr Sergey Ilyasov is an experienced neurologist and qualified psychiatrist who provides online consultations for adults and adolescents. Combining deep neurological expertise with a modern psychiatric approach, he ensures comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting both physical and mental health.

Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

Book an online consultation with Dr. Sergey Ilyasov to receive qualified assistance and improve your well-being today.

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  • Mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression.
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  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD.
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assessment is provided only after an initial psychiatric evaluation and during a follow-up appointment.
  • Personality disorders and emotional instability.
  • Cyclothymia and mood fluctuations.
  • Schizophrenia spectrum and related conditions.

Dr. Proida combines clinical expertise with an empathetic approach, offering structured support based on evidence-based practices. Her work integrates CBT techniques with medical management, with a focus on anxiety and depressive disorders. She works with clients from different countries and cultural backgrounds, adapting her communication style and recommendations to individual needs. With experience in international clinical trials (Pfizer, Merck), she values clarity, trust, and collaborative partnership in patient care.

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Dr Anastasiia Hladkykh is a physician-psychotherapist and psychologist with over 14 years of experience working with individuals struggling with various types of addictions and their families. She provides online consultations for adults, combining medical knowledge with deep psychological support and practical tools.

Key areas of expertise:

  • Addiction treatment: alcohol and drug dependence, gambling addiction, compulsive behaviours, codependent relationships.
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  • Mental health: depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, phobias, PTSD, generalised anxiety, emotional trauma, and the psychological impact of loss or emigration.
  • Psychoeducation: explaining complex mental health concepts in simple language, helping patients and their families understand diagnoses and treatment steps.
Therapeutic approach:
  • Client-centred, straightforward, and empathetic – focused on practical outcomes and emotional stabilisation.
  • Prescribes medications when needed, but always aims to minimise unnecessary pharmaceutical use.
  • Certified in multiple evidence-based methods: CBT, NLP (Master Practitioner), Ericksonian hypnosis, symbol drama, art therapy, and systemic therapy.
  • Each consultation results in a clear, structured plan – patients leave knowing exactly what to do next.
Experience and background:
  • Member of the German association Gesundheitpraktikerin and the NGO “Mit dem Sonne in jedem Herzen.”
  • More than 18 publications in international peer-reviewed journals, translated into several languages.
  • Volunteer work with Ukrainian refugees and military personnel at the University Clinic of Regensburg.
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Dr Daria Portnova is a psychiatrist and psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She works with adults and adolescents aged 14 and over, providing online psychiatric and psychotherapeutic consultations. In her practice, Dr Portnova supports patients facing the onset of mental health conditions, chronic psychiatric disorders, psychotic symptoms, trauma-related states, and complex emotional crises. Her work is structured and safety-focused, with an emphasis on stabilisation, accurate diagnosis, and long-term improvement in quality of life. Patients consult Dr Daria Portnova for the following concerns: 

  • existential crises and complex life situations;
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  • psychological and psychiatric trauma, including complex PTSD (cPTSD);
  • anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder;
  • social anxiety and social phobia;
  • obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD);
  • sleep disorders;
  • depressive disorders;
  • bipolar affective disorder;
  • schizoaffective disorder;
  • schizophrenia;
  • personality disorders.

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Pedro Alvarez Guerrero

Psychiatry8 years of experience

Dr. Alvarez Guerrero graduated in Medicine from the San Pablo CEU University in Madrid. He subsequently completed his specialization in Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry at Hospital Sant Joan de Deu in Manresa (Barcelona), where over the course of four years he acquired solid training in the bio-psycho-social model, developing his expertise across the different areas of mental health.

During his residency, he undertook training placements at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, where he trained for several months in the psychiatric consultation-liaison unit. He also completed another placement at Hospital de Cruces in Bilbao, in the first-episode psychosis unit.

Throughout his professional career, Dr. Alvarez Guerrero has sought to complement his medical training with psychotherapeutic tools that allow him to address mental health disorders from a comprehensive perspective. For this reason, he specialized in Brief Strategic Psychotherapy through the Spanish Society of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, an approach focused on targeted and effective interventions.

With the aim of deepening his knowledge and promoting the rational use of treatments, he also completed a Master’s Degree in Psychopharmacology at the University of Valencia, which has enabled him to rigorously integrate the most up-to-date scientific evidence into the clinical management of psychopharmacological treatments.

He has also shown a particular interest in the field of legal psychiatry, completing an Official Master’s Degree in Legal, Forensic and Criminological Psychopathology at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya. This training has allowed him to acquire the necessary competencies for the preparation of psychiatric expert reports in judicial and medico-legal contexts, thereby broadening the scope of his professional activity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for Cavinton?

Cavinton requires a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

What is the active substance in Cavinton?

The active ingredient in Cavinton is vinpocetine. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures Cavinton?

Cavinton is manufactured by Gedeon Richter Plc.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

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What are the alternatives to Cavinton?

Other medicines with the same active substance (vinpocetine) include Cavinton Forte, Cavinton Forte, Cavinton Forte. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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