Piracetam

Therapeutic Group

Psychostimulants, Nootropic & Neurotonic

Indication Dosage

Piracetam is a medication commonly prescribed for its cognitive-enhancing properties. It is primarily indicated for the following conditions:

  • Cognitive Impairment: Piracetam is used to improve cognitive function in individuals with various forms of cognitive impairment, including age-related cognitive decline and mild cognitive impairment.
  • Memory Enhancement: It may be recommended to enhance memory and learning capacity, making it useful for students or individuals seeking to optimize their cognitive performance.
  • Stroke Recovery: Piracetam is sometimes prescribed as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for stroke recovery, as it may help improve neurological outcomes and cognitive function in stroke survivors.
  • Vertigo and Vestibular Disorders: In some cases, Piracetam is used to alleviate symptoms associated with vertigo and certain vestibular disorders, such as dizziness and balance problems.

Adjunctive Treatment Of Cortical Myoclonus: 

  • Adult: Initially 7.2 G Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Then Increased In Steps Of 4.8 G Every 3-4 Days, Adjusted According To Response, Subsequently, Attempts Should Be Made To Reduce Dose Of Concurrent Therapy; Maximum 24 G Per Day 

By IV Inj: 

  • Adults: 1 Gm IV 3 Times Per Day. In Sub-acute Indications: 
  • Adults: 3 Amps Twice Daily; Acute Indications: 
  • Adults: 3 Amp Four Times Daily. 
  • Children: 30-50 Mg/kg/day.

Content

  • Cap 400mg: Piracetam 400mg
  • Inj 1gm: Per 5 ml: Piracetam 1gm; Amp
  • Inj 200mg: Per ml: Piracetam 200mg.
  • Syp 1gm: Per 5 ml: Piracetam 1gm.
  • Solution 200mg: Per ml: Piracetam 200mg.
  • Tab 400mg: Piracetam 400mg.

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

Stability

  • Neuronal Metabolic Modulator
  • Nootropic
  • Cns Stimulants

Contra Indications

  • Huntington's Chorea, Severe Renal Insufficiency, Hepatic Impairment, Cerebral Haemorrhage.

Precautions

  • Huntington's Chorea, Severe Renal Insufficiency, Hepatic Impairment, Cerebral Haemorrhage.

Lactation

  • Contraindicated

Side Effects

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Anxiety
  • Asthenia
  • Ataxia
  • Confusion
  • Depression
  • Dermatitis
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Hyperkinesia
  • Nervousness
  • Weight Gain
  • Haemorrhagic Disorder
  • Hallucination
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Nausea
  • Pruritus
  • Urticaria
  • Vertigo
  • Vomiting
  • Rash.