Drug reference
meclofenoxate
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Miscellaneous(CVS))
Mechanism of action
Meclofenoxate is a cholinergic nootropic used as a dietary supplement. It is an ester of dimethylethanolamine and 4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid. In elderly patients, meclofenoxate has been shown to improve performance on certain memory tests. Meclofenoxate also increases cellular membrane phospholipids.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is meclofenoxate?
meclofenoxate belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does meclofenoxate work?
Meclofenoxate is a cholinergic nootropic used as a dietary supplement. It is an ester of dimethylethanolamine and 4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid. In elderly patients, meclofenoxate has been shown to improve performance on certain memory tests. Meclofenoxate also increases cellular membrane phospholipids.
What are the common side effects of meclofenoxate?
Headache, Nausea
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