Alphacitam 800mg Tablet

Piracetam (800mg)

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Alphacitam 800mg Tablet is used in the treatment of memory loss in Alzheimer's disease. It can also be used to treat age-related and post-traumatic memory loss. It works by improving communication between the nerve cells and protects the brain.

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Last updated on 29 Apr 2026 | 11:11 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Piracetam (800mg)

Marketer

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet is sometimes used to help manage sickle cell disease. It can reduce the number of painful episodes called vaso-occlusive crises by improving blood flow and preventing blood cells from sticking together.

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet should be taken by mouth with or without food. It is advisable to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly, as it may result in twitching or jerking movements, and even relapse of the disease may occur.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. 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.

This medicine can affect platelet aggregation, so inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help make blood thin. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses of Alphacitam Tablet

Benefits of Alphacitam Tablet

Treatment of Post-Trauma Vertigo
If you feel dizzy or off-balance after a head injury, Alphacitam 800mg Tablet can help reduce vertigo by improving blood flow to the brain and supporting nerve function, making you feel steadier.

Side effects of Alphacitam Tablet

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

Common side effects of Alphacitam

Weight gain
Nervousness
Abnormality of voluntary movements

How to use Alphacitam Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alphacitam 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Alphacitam Tablet works

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet 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 from damage caused by a lack of oxygen.

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Quick tips

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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alphacitam 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Alphacitam with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Mild

Liothyronine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Mild

Acenocoumarol (Oral Route)

Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).

Mild

Phenindione (Oral Route)

Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).

Mild

Warfarin (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience vomiting, melaena (bloody stool), and abdominal pain.

Mild

Levothyroxine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

No, do not stop taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Alphacitam 800mg Tablet does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of the Alphacitam 800mg Tablet dose.

Who should avoid taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

You should not take Alphacitam 800mg Tablet if you are allergic to Alphacitam 800mg Tablet or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet if your kidney functions are severely deranged or if you have 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).

What is the correct way of taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

Alphacitam 800mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets 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 Alphacitam 800mg Tablet in the form of a solution.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alpha amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Nootropic Agents

Related lab tests

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References

Piracetam [Product Information]. Pianezza, Italy: UCB Pharma S.p.A.; 2013. [Accessed 08 Jun. 2025] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Alphacitam Tablet

Benefits of Alphacitam Tablet

Side effects of Alphacitam Tablet

How to use Alphacitam Tablet

How Alphacitam Tablet works

All substitutes for Alphacitam 800mg Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Liothyronine (Oral Route)

Acenocoumarol (Oral Route)

Phenindione (Oral Route)

Warfarin (Oral Route)

Levothyroxine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

Who should avoid taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

What is the correct way of taking Alphacitam 800mg Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time

Complete Blood Count

Prothrombin Time

References

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