Piracetam (800mg)
Cognitam 800mg Tablet should be taken by mouth with or without food. It is advisable to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain consistent level in the blood. If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may result in twitching or jerking movements and even relapse of disease may occur. This medicine can affect platelet aggregation, so inform doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that helps to make blood thin.Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. This medicine may cause weight gain therefore you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Cognitam
10 tablets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cognitam 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Cognitam 800mg Tablet is a nootropic medicine. It works by increasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) which improves communication between the nerve cells. It also protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cognitam 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Cognitam 800mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Cognitam 800mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Cognitam 800mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Cognitam 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cognitam 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cognitam 800mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cognitam 800mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
No, do not stop taking Cognitam 800mg Tablet on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Cognitam 800mg Tablet does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of Cognitam 800mg Tablet dose.
You should not take Cognitam 800mg Tablet if you are allergic to Cognitam 800mg Tablet or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Cognitam 800mg Tablet if your kidney functions are severely deranged or if you ever had localized bleeding in the brain (cerebral hemorrhage). You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are suffering from Huntington’s disease/chorea (a genetic disorder where the brain cells die quickly causing deterioration of mental and physical abilities over time).
Cognitam 800mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break or chew the tablets. If you find it difficult to swallow, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may prescribe Cognitam 800mg Tablet in the form of a solution.
