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Antam 800mg Tablet

Antam 800mg Tablet

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Composition

PIRACETAM-800MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Anant Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

About Antam 800mg Tablet

Antam 800mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called GABA analogues used to treat myoclonus (a movement disorder). Additionally, Antam 800mg Tablet is also used to treat memory disorders, vertigo, and dyslexia (learning disorder) in children above 8 years. Myoclonus is a movement disorder that causes uncontrollable twitching and jerky movements of arms and legs.

Antam 800mg Tablet contains 'Piracetam' that acts on the brain and nervous system, thereby protecting against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine, which helps in communication between brain cells.

You are advised to take Antam 800mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as headache, sleepiness, stomach pain, diarrhoea, weakness, nausea, and restlessness. You are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Please do not stop taking Antam 800mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Antam 800mg Tablet causes drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Antam 800mg Tablet as it could lead to increased sleepiness. Antam 800mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 8 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Uses of Antam 800mg Tablet

Treatment of Myoclonus (a movement disorder), memory disorders, vertigo, and dyslexia (a learning disorder)

Medicinal Benefits

Antam 800mg Tablet is a nootropic drug which belongs to a group of medicines called GABA analogues. Antam 800mg Tablet is used to treat myoclonus (a movement disorder). Additionally, Antam 800mg Tablet is also used for the symptomatic treatment of cognitive and memory disorders caused due to organic disorder, vertigo, and dyslexia (learning disorder) in children above 8 years. Antam 800mg Tablet acts on the brain and nervous system, thereby protecting against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine, which helps in communication between brain cells. Antam 800mg Tablet may also act on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors that are involved in the transmission of nerve signals, which play an important role in memory.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break the tablet.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Antam 800mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Restlessness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Antam 800mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components; if you have/had a serious kidney problem, Huntington's disease or brain haemorrhage. Inform your doctor if you have kidney dysfunction or bleeding problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Antam 800mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Antam 800mg Tablet as it could lead to increased sleepiness. Antam 800mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 8 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Antam 800mg Tablet may interact with hormone (thyroxine), anti-coagulant (warfarin, acenocoumarol), and painkiller (aspirin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment, Huntington's disease, brain haemorrhage, or bleeding problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • THYROXINE
  • WARFARIN
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.

  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.

  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain anti-oxidants.

  • Avoid late-night exercises as they can increase muscle twitches.

  • Create a bed-time routine as it helps in relaxation and stress reduction.

  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Myoclonus: Myoclonus is a movement disorder that causes uncontrollable twitching and jerky movements of arms and legs. It causes sudden muscle spasms which are involuntary and uncontrollable. It might involve one muscle or group of muscles and can occur randomly or in a pattern. Myoclonus is generally a clinical sign of an underlying disease rather than the condition itself. Myoclonic jerks or twitches are caused by sudden muscle contractions, called positive myoclonus or muscle relaxations, called negative myoclonus. Myoclonus is a symptom of neurological disorders that occur due to disturbance in the brain or spinal cord or peripheral nerve injury.

Vertigo: Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation which causes a feeling of off-balance.

Dyslexia: Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterised by reading and learning problems.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Antam 800mg Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness and sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Antam 800mg Tablet if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Antam 800mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Antam 800mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness. Do not drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Antam 800mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 8 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Antam 800mg Tablet may be prescribed for dyslexia (learning disorder) in children above 8 years.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Antam 800mg Tablet used to treat myoclonus (a movement disorder). Additionally, it is also used to treat memory disorders, vertigo, and dyslexia (learning disorder) in children above 8 years.
Antam 800mg Tablet acts on the brain, and nervous system thereby protects against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.
Antam 800mg Tablet is used in the symptomatic treatment of cognitive and memory disorders caused due to organic disorders. However, Antam 800mg Tablet does not treat neurodegenerative dementia (memory loss) such as Alzheimer's disease.
Do not discontinue Antam 800mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Antam 800mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Antam 800mg Tablet.
Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of Antam 800mg Tablet. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.
Yes, Antam 800mg Tablet is used to treat vertigo. Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation which causes a feeling of off-balance.
Antam 800mg Tablet may cause an increase in weight. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain a proper weight. Consult your doctor if you notice weight gain.
Antam 800mg Tablet is used to treat dyslexia combined with other appropriate measures such as speech therapy in children and adolescents aged above 8 years. Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterised by reading and learning problems.
Hallucination is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or believe things that are not true, see things that are not there, feel unusually suspicious or confused. Antam 800mg Tablet may cause hallucinations in some cases. So, if you experience hallucinations while taking Antam 800mg Tablet, please talk to your doctor immediately.

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