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Generic name: Piracetam
Brand name: Nootropil (Piracetam, Nootropyl)

Description
Piracetam is an agent which is a psychotropic drug. It enhances the functionality of the brain involved in cognitive operations, such as memory, thorough learning in normal and in subnormal conditions. The drug can be used to protect intellectual cortex against hypoxia. The beneficial actions of this medicine are due to the improved microclimate that promotes the metabolism and regulates neuro-transmission.

Uses
Piracetam injection is used in cases of severe brain disorders, like cerebro-cranial injury in acute stage, unconscious states, acute psychic disturbances due to intoxications. Piracetam is used in cerebro-vascular disease, vestibulopathies, cortical myoclonia, protection of the nervous tissue in a brain hypoxia, postoperative deliriums.

Dosage
The drug is administered intramuscularly, as a drop intravenous or as a slow intravenous infusion. The recommended 24-hours dose is 3 - 12 g (depending on the severity of the disease). Oral administration. starting dose - 800 mg , 3 times daily. After the desired effect has been achieved the dose can be reduced to 400 mg , 3 times daily. Administration of the drug in the evening should be avoided because of its exciting action and the possibility of interuppting night sleep of the patient. The duration of the treatment is 2 - 3 months, but in severe special cases the drug can be used for a period of 6 – 12. months.

Safety tips

• You should tell your health care officer if you have allergy to Piracetam or any other chemical drugs.
• Your doctor should be well aware of your medical history.
• You should tell your doctor if you ever had heart valve disease or high blood pressure.
• You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

Common side effects
Immediately call your Doctor if you find any of the following symptoms:

• skin rash, itching, or hives
• swelling in the face, lips, or mouth
• tingling sensations
• fever
• irregular heartbeat
• increases in blood pressure and heart rate
• chest pain
• shortness of breath

Disclaimer:The above information is for general understanding of the visitor. Please consult a registered medical practitioner before taking the aforesaid medicine.