acter 800mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
Piracetam (800mg)
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💊 What is acter 800mg tablet used for?
Acter 800mg Tablet (Piracetam) is used to treat Cognitive impairment. It contains Piracetam (800mg), which Enhances neuronal membrane fluidity and improves neurotransmission, particularly. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
💊 Generic Name
Piracetam
Piracetam
🏭 Manufacturer
Klokter Life Sciences
Klokter Life Sciences
📦 Form
Allopathy
Allopathy
🤰 Pregnancy Category
Category C
Category C
🇮🇳 acter 800mg tablet के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी
acter 800mg tablet का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से neuro cns और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Piracetam (800mg) मौजूद है।
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📋 Complete Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Piracetam |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Acter 800mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Klokter Life Sciences |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Nootropic agent |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from moisture. |
🔬 Pharmacology
Pharmacokinetics
AbsorptionRapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration.
DistributionWidely distributed throughout the body, crosses blood-brain barrier.
Protein BindingNegligible (<5%)
MetabolismNot significantly metabolized; primarily excreted unchanged.
Half-Life4-5 hours
ExcretionRenal (90-100% unchanged)
Bioavailability~100%
Onset of Action30-60 minutes
Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours
Duration of Action6-8 hours
Mechanism of Action
Enhances neuronal membrane fluidity and improves neurotransmission, particularly acetylcholine and glutamate.
Step-by-Step Mechanism
1
Piracetam binds to the polar head groups of phospholipids in neuronal membranes.
2
Increases membrane fluidity and enhances ion channel function.
3
Modulates glutamatergic neurotransmission via AMPA receptors.
4
Enhances acetylcholine release and cholinergic transmission.
5
Improves mitochondrial function and energy metabolism.
6
Promotes neuroplasticity and synaptic connectivity.
💡 How to take acter 800mg tablet
Prescribed Dosage: Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication.
- ✅ Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from moisture.
⚠️ Side Effects of acter 800mg tablet
✅ Common Side Effects
- Nervousness
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Weight gain
🚨 Serious Side Effects
- Bleeding
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
- Hallucinations
- Seizures
- Angioedema
Important: Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms or severe side effects.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| ⚠️ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Antiplatelet agents | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Thyroid hormones | Major | Enhanced effects of thyroid hormones |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Reduced anticholinergic effect |
| CNS stimulants | Moderate | Additive CNS stimulation |
| Antihistamines | Minor | Possible sedation |
| Sedatives | Minor | Additive sedation |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Antiplatelet agents
- Thyroid hormones
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- CNS stimulants
🍽️ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
May increase CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
Pregnancy
Category C
Liver Risk
Low
Kidney Risk
Low
Heart Risk
Low
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to piracetam, severe renal impairment (CrCl <20 mL/min), hemorrhagic stroke.
📊 Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, cognitive function, bleeding signs if on anticoagulants.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
💊 Overdose
Symptomatic and supportive treatment; hemodialysis may be effective.
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose. Do not double dose.