Piracetam is a type of nootropic drug, which helps improve memory and promote cognitive function. It is derived from an amino acid called gamma-aminobutyric acid and is used in the treatment of age-related cognitive dysfunction, seizures, and difficulty in learning. Disturbed sleep, headache, dizziness, weight gain, diarrhea, stress, dry mouth, etc., are the common side effects of taking Piracetam.
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Can Piracetam and Ecosprin be taken together?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother aged 60 had a stroke 15 years back. Her doctor recommended Piracetam and Ecosprin 75. She took it for just six months after she stopped. Now, can she take both the tablets? Also, she has a nervousness in the left hand. What should we do about it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, both these drugs can be taken concomitantly. Ecosprin (Aspirin) should be taken lifelong. Piracetam may be taken for a shorter period of time. Regarding the nervousness in her left hand, I would recommend consulting with the neurologist and performing an electroe... Read Full »
Why are there speech problems post brain stroke?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 28-year-old male and I am telling about my disease. I had a brain stroke two years ago. The incident led to speechlessness and I went to a speech therapist for eight months. Now I got a high-profile job but my speech is not good and I am not able to form words. My doctor said th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachments (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). I understand your concern, but there is not much to be done besides logopedy. But I suggest taking Piracetam 1200 mg twice daily. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with h... Read Full »
I want to take Piracetam for my admission test exam. Please suggest dosage.
Query: Hello doctor, My age is 21. I am going to take Piracetam for admission test exam. I am in a problem. Please suggest me a dosage. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can certainly understand your concern. I have worked through your attached query in detail. Many of your symptoms are not related to memory loss. These are symptoms of a mood disorder. Piracetam is not the right medication here. You require antidepressant medicines... Read Full »
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