Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet
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Introduction of Piracol Tablet
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of stroke. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. This medicine should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor.
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is a combination of two nootropic agents.
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is a combination of two nootropic agents.
Uses of Piracol Tablet
Benefits of Piracol Tablet
In Stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet helps in speeding up the recovery process in patients who have undergone stroke. It decreases brain damage, promotes healing and enhances the overall health of the patient.
Side effects of Piracol Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Piracol
- Weight gain
- Hyperactivity
- Stomach pain
- Nervousness
- Diarrhea
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Piracol Tablet
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. Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Piracol Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Piracol Tablet
- Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness which may affect your concentration and driving ability so do not drive unless you are feeling well.
- Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet can cause weight gain, maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly to prevent this.
- Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhoea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur, which is not with everyone. Inform your doctor if you notice any other side effect.
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FAQs
Piracol Tablet
How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet?
There are reports which suggest that the use of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain rather than losing increased weight.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Piracol 500mg/400mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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