Piraget 200mg Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Piraget 200mg Injection is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease 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.
Piraget 200mg Injection should be taken by mouth with or without food. It is advisable to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain consistent level in the blood. If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may result in twitching or jerking movements and even relapse of disease may occur. This medicine can affect platelet aggregation, so inform doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that helps to make blood thin.
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.
Uses of Piraget Injection
Side effects of Piraget Injection
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 Piraget
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Weight gain
- Nervousness
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
How to use Piraget Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Piraget Injection works
Piraget 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Piraget 200mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Piraget 200mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Piraget 200mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Piraget 200mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Piraget 200mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Piraget 200mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Piraget 200mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piraget 200mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Piraget Injection?
If you miss a dose of Piraget 200mg Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Nootropic Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Piraget with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may cause confusion, irritability, and sleep disorders.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Talk to your doctor if you experience vomiting, melaena (bloody stool), and abdominal pain.
Concurrent use may cause confusion, irritability, and sleep disorders. You may experience confusion, irritability, and sleep disorders.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusu
Patient concerns
FAQs
If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Piraget 200mg Injection?
No, do not stop taking Piraget 200mg Injection on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Piraget 200mg Injection does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of the Piraget 200mg Injection dose.
Who should avoid taking Piraget 200mg Injection?
You should not take Piraget 200mg Injection if you are allergic to Piraget 200mg Injection or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Piraget 200mg Injection 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).
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Name: Nectar Life Sciences Ltd (NLL)
Address: Nectar Lifesciences Ltd SCO 38-39, Sector 9d, Chandigarh 160009, India
Country of origin: India
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