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Piracetam

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Molecule Summary

Uses
Myoclonus (A Quick Jerking Movement That Can'T Be Controlled)
Therapy
Drugs For Alzheimer Disease
Side Effects
Restlessness, Nervousness Weight Gain
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Molecule Description

Piracetam is a GABA analogue that is used to improve memory and cognition.

Uses

  • Dementia (loss or reduction in memory, thinking, behavior and also the ability to perform daily activities)
  • Memory dysfunction
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Vertigo
  • Brain injury
  • Dyslexia (learning disorder)
  • Alcoholism
  • Raynaud’s phenomena (A condition where some of the body areas feel numbness and coolness in certain circumstances)
  • Myoclonus (quick, involuntary muscle jerk)

Contraindications

When should one not use Piracetam

  • Allergy to Piracetam
  • Liver diseases
  • Kidney disease
  • Blood cell disorders

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

  • Allergic reaction like fever, chills, rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling over your face, lips, and throat
  • Diarrhea
  • Sleeplessness
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Stomach ache
  • Sleepiness
  • Weight gain
  • Depression
  • Nervousness
  • Fits
  • Excessive movements (hyperkinesia)

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

You should not take this medicine during pregnancy. Limited information is available about its safety in pregnancy; hence, do not take this medicine unless considered essential by your physician.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

There is no adequate study about whether this medicine passes into breast milk. You should not take this medicine if you are breastfeeding without your doctor's advice.

Driving

Driving

Taking this medicine may cause drowsiness and shakiness. If this happens to you, please do not drive.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Piracetam with alcohol can increase intoxication. Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have under-active thyroid
  • Excessive use of alcohol
  • If you ever had any bleeding disorder
  • Liver disease
  • Kidney disease

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine modulates the brain metabolism, brain cell functioning and blood flow in the brain. The exact mechanism of action is unknown.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Clopidogrel
  • Aspirin
  • Warfarin
  • Prasugrel
  • Ticlopidine
  • Cilostazol
  • Dipyridamole

Interactions with food items

No interaction with food have been reported yet.

Dosage

Overdose

Piracetam is not toxic to the body as it is water-soluble; any excess amounts of it are flushed through urine. But seek medical attention immediately if you happen to take an overdose of this medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosage schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You must inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart, kidney or liver diseasesBlood disorderIf you fall into the age group of individuals above 65 years, discuss the age-related risks involved, if any, with your doctorInform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, supplements or herbs

Store the medicine at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding. Piracetam is not indicated during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.

Be careful while performing tasks that need you to be alert like drivingPiracetam can impair your ability to perform coordinated tasks and alertnessAvoid sudden discontinuation of the medicineFollow your physician’s advice to avoid side effects

You must take medicine precisely the way it is prescribed by the physicianFollow the instructions mentioned on the prescription labelDo not alter the dose unless recommended by your doctorDo not take it longer than advised

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