Piracetam (NA)
Nacetam Injection 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 Nacetam
60 ml Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Nacetam Injection 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
Consuming alcohol with Nacetam Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Information regarding the use of Nacetam Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Nacetam Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Nacetam Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Nacetam Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nacetam Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Nacetam Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nacetam Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
No, do not stop taking Nacetam Injection on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Nacetam Injection does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of the Nacetam Injection dose.
You should not take Nacetam Injection if you are allergic to Nacetam Injection or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Nacetam Injection 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).
