Ergoloid mesylates is used to improve cognitive (mental) and self-care functioning in people with symptoms of dementia related to aging or conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.

Ergoloid mesylates is not a cure for dementia or for any underlying disease that may lead to decreased mental capacity.

Ergoloid mesylates will not treat dementia that is related to mental illness, mood disorders, or neurologic disease.

Ergoloid mesylates may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not take ergoloid mesylates if you have a history of mental illness or psychosis.

Ergoloid mesylates is usually taken 3 times per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using ergoloid mesylates. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.

It may take up to 4 weeks before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 weeks of treatment.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Usual Adult Dose for Dementia:

1 mg orally 3 times a day

Comments:
-The decision to treat an individual with an ill-defined decline in mental capacity may result in missing underlying conditions that could be reversible and treatable; great care should be exercised to exclude delirium secondary to systemic disease, primary neurological disease, or primary disturbance of mood as possible conditions prior to treatment.
-Continued clinical evaluation is necessary during treatment as the patient's condition may evolve sufficiently to allow for a specific diagnosis and specific alternative treatment.

Use: Symptomatic relief of an idiopathic decline in mental capacity effecting self-care, mood, motivation, cognitive and interpersonal skills.

You should not take ergoloid mesylates if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• a history of mental illness or psychosis.

It is not known whether ergoloid mesylates will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using ergoloid mesylates.

It is not known whether ergoloid mesylates passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature, away from light and excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them. However, you should not flush this medication down the toilet. Instead, the best way to dispose of your medication is through a medicine take-back program. Talk to your pharmacist or contact your local garbage/recycling department to learn about take-back programs in your community. See the FDA's Safe Disposal of Medicines website (http://goo.gl/c4Rm4p) for more information if you do not have access to a take-back program.

It is important to keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers (such as weekly pill minders and those for eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers) are not child-resistant and young children can open them easily. To protect young children from poisoning, always lock safety caps and immediately place the medication in a safe location – one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach. http://www.upandaway.org

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Ergoloid mesylates may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

• any changes in memory, alertness, mood, appetite, energy level, or ability to care for yourself.

Common side effects of ergoloid mesylates may include:

• nausea or other stomach discomfort.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Other drugs may interact with ergoloid mesylates, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.