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Microcetam belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs in the form of capsules. The main ingredient of the drug Microcetam is piracetam indicated in the treatment of brain damage, after brain surgery. However, the drug Microcetam can cause some side effects such as mild irritation, restlessness, anxiety, ... So before using Microcetam, patients need to learn carefully.1. Mechanism of action of the drug Microcetam
The main ingredient of Microcetam is piracetam, a stimulant drug that improves the metabolism of nerve cells. Piracetam acts on a number of neurotransmitters such as acetylcholine, noradrenalin, dopamine,... Microcetam drugs can change nerve transmission and contribute to improving the metabolism of active nerve cells. better. Piracetam is also protective against ischemic metabolic disorders and may thereby increase the brain's resistance to oxygenation. In addition, piracetam increases glucose mobilization and utilization independent of oxygen supply, and also facilitates the pentose pathway while maintaining energy synthesis in the brain. The drug also works to increase the release of dopamine, which has a better effect on the patient's memory formation. Piracetam does not cause sleep or sedation or recovery, pain relief. But piracetam can reduce platelet aggregation and in the case of abnormally stiff red blood cells, Microcetam can restore red blood cells to their deformability and ability to pass through capillaries. Microcetam is an anticonvulsant drug.Microcetam is absorbed orally and is rapidly and completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Microcetam is nearly 100% bioavailable. Absorption of the drug is unchanged in the case of long-term treatment. The drug has a volume of distribution of about 0.6 l/kg and is able to penetrate tissues and possibly cross the blood-brain barrier, placenta, and membranes used in renal dialysis. Piracetam is not bound to plasma proteins. Microcetam is excreted by the kidneys and urine.
2. Indications and contraindications for the use of Microcetam
What is Microcetam drug effect? Microcetam is indicated for the treatment of brain damage, symptoms of brain surgery, brain injury, such as psychosis, stroke, hemiplegia, ischemia. In addition, Microcetam is also used in the treatment of diseases caused by disorders of the peripheral and central brain such as dizziness, headache, delirium, confusion. Cases of patients with cerebral vascular accident, carbon monoxide poisoning and sequelae. Or cases of impaired cognitive function, chronic neurosensory impairment in humans or learning difficulties in children, chronic alcoholism, myoclonic tremor.
However, the drug Microcetam is contraindicated in some cases of hypersensitivity to the drug's components or people with huntington's disease, patients with liver failure.
3. Dosage and how to use Microcetam
Microcetam is used orally. The recommended dosage for Microcetam is 30 to 160 mg/kg/day and is divided into 2 or 3 to 4 times a day. In the treatment of psychosomatic syndromes in the elderly, Microcetam can be used at the recommended dose of 1.2 to 2.4 grams/day. The highest possible dose is 4.8 grams/day and is indicated in the first weeks. Treatment of alcoholism is to use Microcetam with the recommended dose of 12 grams/day for the initial period of alcoholism treatment. Treatment maintenance dose is 2.4 grams/day. Treatment of cognitive decline after brain injury with the initial dose of Microcetam is 9 to 12 grams/day, the maintenance dose for treatment is 2.4 grams/day and taken for at least 3 weeks. sickle cell use Microcetam with the recommended dose of 160mg/kg/day and divided into 4 times a day. Treatment of fibrillation is with Microcetam at a dose of 7.2 grams / day and divided into 2 to 3 times daily. However, depending on the response of the patient, the dose can be increased from 4.8 grams/day to a maximum dose of 4.8 grams/day to 20 grams/day. And use 3 to 4 days / time It should be noted: The recommended dose of Microcetam is for reference only. Therefore, before using Microcetam, patients need to follow the doctor's prescription.
4. Treatment of Microcetam drug overdose
If you miss a dose of Microcetam, use it as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Microcetam and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Microcetam, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Microcetam, patients can set an alarm or ask a loved one to remind them. In case of accidental overdose of Microcetam and some unwanted signs, the patient should be taken to the emergency room immediately.
5. Side effects when using Microcetam
Microcetam may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, for each case, the side effects of Microcetam can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Microcetam include: Restlessness, restlessness, irritability,... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after increasing the dose of Microcetam. Usually, side effects from Microcetam can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Microcetam can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear after just a few minutes of using Microcetam or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: anxiety, sleep disturbance, fatigue, dizziness, digestive disorders, etc., the patient should stop using Microcetam and go to a medical facility to be treated. immediate medical assistance.
Some notes during the use of Microcetam include:
For women who are pregnant and nursing, they should be cautious when using Microcetam and if possible, should avoid using this drug. Patients should be advised to use Microcetam from their doctor, and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Microcetam may change how it works as well as increase its side effects. Therefore, in order to avoid Microcetam drug interactions, patients should provide their doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs,... When using Microcetam, it should be noted. manifestations of an allergic reaction to the drug. Patients should report their reactions to their doctor so that they can be treated promptly. Microcetam medicine can make patients feel dizzy, headache. Therefore, people who operate machinery or drive vehicles should pay attention when using the drug to ensure safety. Microcetam should be used with caution when used with calcium blockers, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, antifungals, ... Above is all information about Microcetam drugs, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult the doctor's instructions. consult your doctor/pharmacist before use. Note, Microcetam is a prescription drug, so patients should absolutely not buy and treat it at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.
