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Pilixitam belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs, which are prepared in the form of an injectable solution. Pilixitam drug with the main ingredient is Piracetam is indicated for use in the treatment of cognitive decline, symptoms of dizziness, muscle tremors... However, in the process of using Pilixitam, there may be some side effects. Side effects such as restlessness, restlessness, excitement, anxiety ... Therefore, before using Pilixitam, patients need to learn carefully the information and follow the doctor's instructions.
1. Mechanism of action of the drug Pilixitam
Pilixitam belongs to the group of stimulant drugs that can improve the metabolism of nerve cells. Piracetam compounds act on a number of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, noradrenalin... Pilixitam drugs also change nerve transmission and contribute to improving the environment and metabolism of nerve cells. than.
Clinically, Pilixitam increases glucose mobilization and utilization but is independent of oxygen supply. This facilitates the pentose sugar metabolism that helps maintain energy synthesis in the brain.
Pilixitam also works to increase the release of dopamine, which is good for memory formation. In addition, it also reduces the ability to agglomerate and in the case of abnormally stiff red blood cells, Pilixitam can make red blood cells recover their deformability and pass through the capillaries.
2. Indications and contraindications to the use of Pilixitam
Pilixitam is indicated for use in the treatment of the following symptoms:
Nervousness related to dizziness, headache, anxiety, delirium, disturbances of consciousness Damage after any traumatic brain injury or surgery. with mental disorders, hematoma, hemiplegia, ischemia . Memory impairment, lack of concentration in study and work, dementia also occurs in the elderly Cases of sickle cell anemia Use of adjuvant treatment for myoclonic tremor Pilixitam is contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug and subjects with severe renal impairment, pregnant and lactating women, people with Huntington's disease, or people with liver failure.
3. Dosage and how to use Pilixitam
Pilixitam is prepared with the content of Pilixitam 4g/20ml and is indicated for use in each specific case. However, the recommended dose of Pilixitam is 30-160mg/kg/day.
Pilixitam is used in the form of an infusion divided equally twice a day or the frequency can be increased from 3 to 4 times. Pilixitam is used for long-term treatment of psychosomatic syndromes occurring in the elderly: The recommended dose of Pilixitam is usually from 1.2 to 2.4g a day and can depend on each case. also change. However, this dose can be as high as 4.8g/day during the first week of treatment. For the treatment of alcoholism: the recommended dose of Pilixitam is 12mg/day during the first period of alcohol withdrawal. Then use a maintenance dose of 2.4g/day. For cognitive decline after brain injury, it may or may not be accompanied by symptoms of dizziness. The recommended dose of Pilixitam can be applied with an initial dose of 9 to 12 grams/day and a maintenance dose of 2.4 grams, used for 3 weeks. /kg/day and divided into 4 uses. For the treatment of myoclonus: the dose of Pilixitam used is 7.2g/day divided into 2 to 3 times. Depending on the body's response, it can be used every 3 to 4 days, and each time can be increased by 4.8 grams to a maximum dose of 20 grams / day. Once the optimal dose of Pilixitam has been achieved, a way to reduce the dose of concomitant drugs should be sought. It should be noted: The above recommended therapeutic dose for Pilixitam is for reference only. Therefore, before using Pilixitam, patients need to be prescribed by a doctor.
4. Management of missed dose and overdose of Pilixitam
If you miss a dose of Pilixitam, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Pilixitam and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Pilixitam, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missed doses, patients can set an alarm or ask a loved one to remind them.
In case of accidentally using Pilixitam drug in excess of prescribed and showing some unwanted signs, it is necessary to take the patient to the emergency room or see a doctor for treatment immediately.
5. Unexpected side effects when using Pilixitam medicine
Pilixitam may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case of Pilixitam drug can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Pilixitam include: fatigue, nausea, hangover, dizziness, digestive disorders, dry mouth, drowsiness... These side effects can occur at any time. starting treatment or after increasing the dose of Pilixitam.
Hopefully, the above sharing will help users better understand how to use Pilixitam as well as how to achieve high efficiency when used. If you have any further questions, you can directly discuss with your doctor, prescribing pharmacist for appropriate advice.
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