Piracetam Tablets
Formulated to alleviate myoclonus symptoms and designed to support cognitive function.
Strengths: 400 · 800mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Nootropil
- Therapeutic class
Nootropic
- Pharmacological class
Pyrrolidone derivative
- Known off-label uses
cognitive impairment
- Contraindications
cerebral haemorrhage; severe renal impairment; huntington's chorea
- Precautions and warnings
monitor renal function; use caution in elderly patients
- Minor side effects
nervousness; weight gain; hyperkinesia
- Moderate side effects
insomnia; agitation; dizziness
- Serious side effects
hypersensitivity reactions — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Onset Time
1–2 weeks
- Duration
Ongoing treatment
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
thyroid hormones
- Age restrictions
Consult with a neurologist regarding paediatric use.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Avoid during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.
Patient summary
Formulated to alleviate myoclonus symptoms and designed to support cognitive function.
Mechanism of action
Piracetam is thought to improve neurotransmission in the brain by modulating receptor density and membrane fluidity, potentially supporting cognitive processes.
Piracetam Tablets
Formulated to alleviate myoclonus symptoms and designed to support cognitive function.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Piracetam
- Listed indication(s): Myoclonus
Usually available as
- 180 tablets - 400 mg374-400-mg-14983
- 120 tablets - 800 mg374-800-mg-14989