Nicetam Injection Information

Nicetam Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Myoclonus. Secondary and off-label uses of Nicetam Injection have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Nicetam Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Nicetam Injection include Nausea or vomiting, Rash, Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nicetam Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nicetam Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Nicetam Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Nicetam Injection related warnings talks about Nicetam Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Nicetam Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Nicetam Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nicetam Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nicetam Benefits & Uses
Nicetam Dosage & How to Take
Nicetam Side Effects
Nicetam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nicetam with Other Drugs
Nicetam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nicetam
Nicetam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nicetam Injection Benefits & Uses

Nicetam Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Alzheimer's Disease
Poor memory (Read More - Home Remedies to Improve Memory)
Memory Loss

Nicetam Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nicetam Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Nicetam Injection safe for pregnant women?

Nicetam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nicetam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nicetam Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Nicetam. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Nicetam Injection on the Kidneys?

Nicetam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicetam Injection on the Liver?

Nicetam is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicetam Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nicetam on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nicetam Injection with Other Drugs

Nicetam Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Nicetam Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nicetam Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Nicetam Injection

Is this Nicetam Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nicetam Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nicetam Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Nicetam Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Nicetam Injection can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Nicetam Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nicetam Injection

Taking Nicetam Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicetam Injection

Taking Nicetam Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe