Piracetam belongs to a class of drugs called Nootropics, which the FDA approves for treating seizure disorder (epilepsy), vertigo, dyslexia, and tardive dyskinesia. It is an effective, safe, and affordable choice for enhancing cognitive ability and improving the signs of dementia, sickle cell disease, and schizophrenia.
Overview
| Legal Status |
Australia (AU)- S4 (Prescription only) Canada- Prescription only, Unscheduled UK- Prescription and Over the counter (OTC) United States- Prescription only, Unscheduled |
| Habit-Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | Neuro CNS |
| Action Class | Nootropic agent |
| Manufacturer | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd |
Piracetam is a synthetic drug that improves the functions of the brain. It treats myoclonus (muscle twitching), dementia, Alzheimer's disease, vertigo, seizures, and several other conditions. This Nootropic drug (brain-enhancing medication) is more evident to provide positive effects in older adults. It improves brain cells and blood vessel functions. It is available in tablet, capsule, injection, and powder form.
This Nootropic works on the Central Nervous System (CNS). It improves the working of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine and other brain receptors (NMDA glutamate) involved in memory and learning. Piracetam enhances cell membrane permeability or communication between nerve cells. It also protects and provides adequate oxygen to the brain and the nervous system.
The metabolism of Piracetam occurs in the liver. Upon consumption, the medicine starts working immediately. However, food delays the onset of action for up to 2 to 3 hours. The elimination half-life, or the time required for the medicine to reduce to half, is 4 to 5 hours which occurs mainly through urine.
Uses
This medication was initially developed to treat motion sickness. However, it is well known to treat the conditions mentioned below.
Seizure disorder or epilepsy:Piracetam can improve the symptoms of epilepsy when taken along with the primary anti-seizure treatment.
Memory recall after surgery:Research shows that introducing Piracetam orally or as an injectable around CABG surgery (to improve blood flow to the heart) will help memory recall.
Tardive dyskinesia:It is a movement disorder affecting the nervous system and associated with repetitive muscle movements of the face, arms, neck, and legs. Oral or injecting Piracetam helps to treat the condition.
Vertigo:It is a sensation of sudden dizziness triggered by a sudden head movement. Taking Piracetam orally for a week can help to treat acute vertigo. People taking Piracetam for chronic vertigo have reported improvement as well.
Pain relief:Piracetam has antioxidant properties that help to reduce inflammation.
Boost brain function:Piracetam increases and improves blood and oxygen flow to the brain, thereby helping to enhance mental performance or cognitive function.
Alcoholism:The effectiveness of Piracetam also helps to treat alcoholism and its symptoms.
Dosage
The recommended dosage for Piracetam is 1600 mg per day. Patients can take this medicine 2 to 3 times daily. However, it is essential to take prior suggestions from a physician to help with further dose-related recommendations. Depending on how your body reacts to the medicine and your concern, doctors suggest increasing or decreasing the dose.
Warning
Drug interaction
It might cause drug interactions when taken with certain medications. It can cause adverse effects and lower the effectiveness of the medicine. We have provided a few compounds (not a complete list) that can cause possible interactions.
Side Effects
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