Becetam

Composition for Becetam Products

Becetam Products are primarily used for

Alzheimer's disease, Stroke, Dementia in Parkinson's disease

Uses of Becetam Products

Piracetam is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, dementia in Parkinson's disease, age related memory loss and head injury.

Becetam Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Becetam are Nervousness, Weight gain, Abnormality of voluntary movements.

Piracetam 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.

In Depth Information for Becetam Products

Patient Concerns about Becetam Products

Frequently asked questions about Becetam Products

Frequently asked questions about Piracetam

Q. If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Becetam 400mg Tablet?

No, do not stop taking Becetam 400mg Tablet on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Becetam 400mg Tablet does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of Becetam 400mg Tablet dose.

Q. Who should avoid taking Becetam 400mg Tablet?

You should not take Becetam 400mg Tablet if you are allergic to Becetam 400mg Tablet or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Becetam 400mg 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).

Q. What is the correct way of taking Becetam 400mg Tablet?

Becetam 400mg 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 Becetam 400mg Tablet in the form of a solution.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 13th Jun 2023.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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