Consuming alcohol with Neuratam does not cause any harmful side effects.
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Information regarding the use of Neuratam during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Neuratam during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Neuratam may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Neuratam may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
CAUTION
Neuratam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Neuratam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Neuratam is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Neuratam is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Neuratam may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Neuratam 800mg Tablet
Introduction
Neuratam is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke 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. Neuratam may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even...
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Uses of Neuratam
Alzheimer's disease
Stroke
Dementia in Parkinson's disease
Age related memory loss
Head injury
Side effects of Neuratam
Common
Weight gain
Nervousness
Abnormality of voluntary movements
How to use Neuratam
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. Neuratam may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Neuratam works
Neuratam 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.
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.
Brief Description
Indication
Cortical myoclonus, Cognitive enhancer
Administration
Oral soln: May be taken with or without food. Take w/ a glass of water or soft drink to mask bitter taste.
Adult Dose
Oral
Adjunct in cortical myoclonus
Adult: 7.2 g daily in 2-3 divided doses, increased by 4.8 g/day every 3-4 days. Max dose: 20 g daily.
As a cognitive enhancer in cerebrocortical insufficiency
Adult: 2.4 g daily, given as 2-3 divided doses. Up to 4.8 g daily may be used in severe cases.
Child Dose
16 yeras
The daily dosage depends on the weight,
50 mg/kg of body weight in 3 divided doses.
Once the desired results has been obtained, reduce the initial dose by half.
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