Acetam 200mg Injection
Acetam 200mg Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Acetam 200mg Injection
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Acetam 200mg Injection is used in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, and memory loss in Parkinson’s disease. It can also be used to treat age-related memory loss and head injury. It works by improving communication between the nerve cells and protects the brain.
Acetam 200mg Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. 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. Taking Acetam 200mg Injection can affect platelet aggregation, so inform the doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help to make the blood thin.
03Uses
Alzheimer’s disease
Stroke
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease
Age related memory loss
Head injury
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Acetam 200mg 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.
06Benefits
In Alzheimer’s disease
Acetam 200mg Injection improves learning, memory, and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. These problems in memory and thinking may start interfering with daily activities and worsen your condition. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively. It will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.
In Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Acetam 200mg Injection helps in speeding up the recovery process in patients who have undergone stroke. It decreases brain damage, promotes healing, and enhances the overall health of the patient.
In Dementia in Parkinson’s disease
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life. Acetam 200mg Injection helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for the long term. This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
In Age related memory loss
Memory loss or forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging. As people get older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain. As a result, some people may notice that it takes longer to learn new things, they don’t remember things well, or they keep things, like their glasses, and forget where they had kept them. Acetam 200mg Injection helps to balance those chemicals in the brain that are responsible for memory. Also, it improves the blood supply to the brain. This helps to improve the health of the brain and enhances memory. This will make your life better.
In Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Acetam 200mg Injection helps the damaged tissues to heal faster and improves patient condition. It is usually given for a longer duration. Keep taking it as prescribed to get maximum benefit.show moreshow less
07Side Effects
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 them
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Nervousness
Weight gain
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
08Safety Information
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Acetam 200mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acetam 200mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acetam 200mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Acetam 200mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Acetam 200mg Injection may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney:CAUTION
Acetam 200mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acetam 200mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Acetam 200mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acetam 200mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acetam 200mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
It is injected through the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
It may cause dizziness. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help thin your blood.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you experience stomach pain, diarrhea, and vomiting.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
References
Sources and references
Piracetam. Pianezza, Italy: UCB Pharma S.A.; 2013. view
