Piratone

Composition for Piratone Products

Piratone Products are primarily used for

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

Uses of Piratone Products

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

Piratone Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Piratone 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 Piratone Products

Patient Concerns about Piratone Products

Frequently asked questions about Piratone Products

Frequently asked questions about Piracetam

Q. If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Piratone Syrup?

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

Q. Who should avoid taking Piratone Syrup?

You should not take Piratone Syrup if you are allergic to Piratone Syrup or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Piratone Syrup 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).

Q. What is the correct way of taking Piratone Syrup?

Piratone Syrup 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 Piratone Syrup in the form of a solution.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 4th Dec 2024.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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