cognitam 400mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cognitam 400mg tablet used for?
Acter 800mg Tablet (Piracetam) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Piracetam (400mg), which Enhances neuronal membrane fluidity and improves neurotransmission, particularly. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Piracetam
- Manufacturer: Linux Laboratories
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cognitam 400mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Cognitive impairment, myoclonus, dementia, vertigo, dyslexia.
Off-label uses: Alzheimer's disease, stroke recovery, traumatic brain injury.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Piracetam |
| Brand Name | Acter 800mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Linux Laboratories |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Nootropic agent |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Enhances neuronal membrane fluidity and improves neurotransmission, particularly acetylcholine and glutamate.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cognitam 400mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cognitam 400mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nervousness
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Weight gain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Bleeding
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hallucinations
- Seizures
- Angioedema
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Antiplatelet agents | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Thyroid hormones | Major | Enhanced effects of thyroid hormones |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Reduced anticholinergic effect |
| CNS stimulants | Moderate | Additive CNS stimulation |
| Antihistamines | Minor | Possible sedation |
| Sedatives | Minor | Additive sedation |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Antiplatelet agents
- Thyroid hormones
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- CNS stimulants
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antihistamines
- Sedatives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to piracetam, severe renal impairment (CrCl <20 mL/min), hemorrhagic stroke.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, cognitive function, bleeding signs if on anticoagulants.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive treatment; hemodialysis may be effective.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose. Do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for cognitam 400mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.