Neurocetam
Drug Name: Piracetam 400mg Capsules
Details
Piracetam 400 mg capsules available by brand names Nootropil 400 mg capsules (international) and Neurocetam 400 mg capsules (national) belongs to group of GABA analogue.
Uses:
Nootropil 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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 400 mg capsules 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.