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 |
Assurance
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Regulated
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
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
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.
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