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Nooapi belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs in the form of film-coated tablets. Nooapi drug ingredient is piracetam used in the treatment of brain damage, psychosis, hemiplegic stroke. However, during treatment with Nooapi, there are unwanted side effects such as: mild irritation, restlessness, fatigue... Therefore, patients need to learn carefully about the drug before using it. use.
1. Mechanism of action of the drug Nooapi
Nooapi medicine has two types, Nooapi 800 with 800mg piracetam content and Nooapi 1200 with 1200mg piracetam content. The main ingredient of Nooapi drug is piracetam, which has a euphoric effect and also changes neurotransmitters as well as contributes to improving the metabolic environment of nerve cells to function properly. In addition, piracetam also has a protective effect against ischemic metabolic disorders by increasing the body's resistance to hypoxia.
2. Indications and contraindications of Nooapi
Nooapi drug is indicated in the treatment of brain damage, or symptoms after brain surgery, brain injury such as mental disorders, stroke, hemiplegia, ischemia, diseases caused by peripheral disorders and middle when the brain with dizziness headache, impaired cognitive function ...
However, the drug, Nooapi is also contraindicated with components that react with hypersensitivity to the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Nooapi
The drug Nooapi is taken orally. The recommended dose is usually 30 to 160 mg/kg/day divided into 2 or 3 to 4 times/day. In the case of long-term treatment of organic renal syndromes in the elderly, the recommended dose of Nooapi is 1.2 to 2.4 grams/day/ and the maximum dose may be 4.8 grams/day/week for the first week.
Treatment of alcoholism using Nooapi drug 12g/day/first time of alcohol withdrawal and maintenance dose of 2.4g/day.
Treatment of cognitive impairment after trauma with the initial dose of Nooapi is 9 to 12 grams/day and the maintenance dose is 2.4 grams/day, using the drug for at least 3 weeks.
Treatment of sickle cell anemia using the drug at a dose of 160mg/kg/day and divided into 4 times.
Treatment of myoclonic tremor with a dose of Nooapi 7.2g/day divided into 2 to 3 times and can be increased by 4.8g/day up to a maximum dose of 20g/day
Note: The above recommended therapeutic dose is only reference nature. Therefore, before using Nooapi, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions.
4. Handling missed dose and overdose Nooapi
If you miss a dose of Nooapi, use it as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Nooapi and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Nooapi, because it can cause drug overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Nooapi, patients can set an alarm or ask a loved one to remind them.
In case of accidentally using Nooapi drug in excess of prescribed and showing some unwanted signs, relatives need to take the patient to the emergency hospital immediately.
5. Side effects when using Nooapi
Nooapi may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case of Nooapi drug side effects can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Nooapi include: nausea and vomiting, headache, restlessness, fatigue, ... These side effects may occur at the start of treatment or after the increase Nooapi drug dosage. Usually, side effects from Nooapi can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Nooapi can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear within minutes of taking Nooapi or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: excitation, anxiety, sleep disturbance, dizziness, digestive disorders... patients should stop using Nooapi and go to a medical facility for support. medical care immediately.
Some notes during the use of Nooapi:
For pregnant and lactating women, caution should be exercised when using Nooapi. Patients should be advised to use Nooapi medicine from their doctor, and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Nooapi may change how it works as well as increase its side effects. Therefore, to avoid drug interactions with Nooapi, patients should provide their doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs,... Using Nooapi should be noted. When the manifestations of allergy to Nooapi drug, At the same time, the patient needs to notify the doctor so that he can promptly treat the side effects of the drug. Prolonged treatment with Nooapi may cause development of resistant organisms. When using Nooapi for patients with a history of colitis, caution should be exercised during treatment. For patients with renal failure with creatinine clearance less than 30ml/min, the dose of Nooapi should be adjusted during treatment. Above is important information about Nooapi drug, patients should carefully read the instructions for use and use according to the dose prescribed by the doctor to achieve the best effect.
