Neurocetam

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Piracetam 800 mg tablets available by brand names Nootropil 800 mg tablets (international) and Neurocetam 800 mg tablets (national) belongs to group of GABA analogue.

Uses:

Nootropil 800 mg tablets works on the brain and nervous system of the body. It is used for:

• The treatment of Alzheimer’s disease
• For treating dementia or memory loss
• For treating deep vein thrombosis and dyslexia
• For the treatment of discoloration of fingers and toes caused due to temperature change.
• For treating brain injury and vertigo

 

Dosage:

Dosage of Piracetam 800 mg tablets vary depending upon the severity of the patient. General dosage is as follows:

• 6-9.6 g per day taken orally.
• Vertigo- 800 mg thrice daily for 1 to 8 weeks.
• Movement disorders- 2.4 g two times daily for 4 weeks.
• Epilepsy- 9.6-24 g per day for 18 months.

 

Side effects:

Side effects caused by Neurocetam 800 mg tablets can be sometimes very serious. In case you experience persisting symptoms consult your doctor immediately.

• Weight gain
• Diarrhoea
• Drowsiness
• Sleeplessness
• Depression
• Allergies such as rash, hives
• Hyperactivity
• Muscle spasm
• Feeling of nervousness
• Abnormal voluntary movements

 

Precautions and measures:

Piracetam 800 mg tablets works on the nervous system of the body and can cause some serious side effects. Thus it is better to take precautions. Precautions to be taken while being on the medication are:

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the active ingredient in the medicine.
• Neurocetam 800 mg tablets causes drowsiness. Do not drive, drink alcohol or operate heavy machines while being on the medication.
• If you suffer from any liver disorder, tell your doctor as the drug is potential in causing hepatic impairment.
• If you suffer from any kidney problems inform your doctor beforehand as the drug can cause renal impairment.
• The drug is not recommended for pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as the drug may harm the foetus.
• If you are lactating, tell your doctor as the drug is unsafe for new born baby.

 

Benefits:

Benefits of Piracetam 800 mg tablets are:

• Effective in managing Alzheimer’s disease.
• Decreases brain damage helping in overcoming strokes.
• Effectively manages age relate memory loss.
• Helps in improving condition of the patient having head injury.
• Easy to store.

 

Storage:

• Neurocetam 800 mg tablets should be stored at room temperature (25-30 degree centigrade).
• Keep away from children’s reach.
• Do not use if expired.

Protect the medicine from moisture.