Overview Introduction Cetam Capsule is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke and memory loss in Parkinson's disease. It can also be used to treat age related memory loss and head injury. It works by improving communication between the nerve cells and protects the brain. Cetam Capsule may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to your doctor as it may result in twitching or jerking movements and even relapse of the disease may occur. Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. This medicine may cause weight gain, therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Taking Cetam Capsule can affect platelet aggregation, so inform the doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help to make the blood thin. Uses of Cetam Capsule Alzheimer's disease Stroke Dementia in Parkinson's disease Age related memory loss Head injury Side effects of Cetam Capsule 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 Cetam Weight gain Nervousness Abnormality of voluntary movements How to cope with side effects? The occurrence of side effects varies from person to person. The following are a few ways of dealing with some of the common side effects. However, consult your doctor if these persist. Coping with Weight gain Try to eat a healthy balanced diet without increasing your portion sizes. Avoid processed meat or poultry and seafood. Eat small, frequent meals and eat slowly. Do not snack on foods that contain a lot of calories such as crisps, cakes, biscuits and sweets. If you feel hungry between meals, eat fruits and vegetables which have low calories. Avoid reaching for a sugary drink if you feel stressed. Fasting once a week can be an effective way to lose weight. Make sure you get enough sleep. With proper diet and lifestyle changes, you might not gain any weight or may gain only a small amount. Even then if it bothers you, ask your doctor if there are any alternative medicines that do not have this side effect. Coping with Nervousness This often disappears when the condition you are being treated for is managed. You could ask your doctor about changing the dose of your medicine or alternatives if it is affecting your daily life or causing you distress. Psychological treatments may be available. Some things you can do to help yourself include stopping smoking, cutting down the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink, and doing regular exercise. You should also eat a healthy diet and find out how to get sleep if you are having trouble. Try talking to a friend or family member. Calming breathing exercises and other relaxation techniques may also help. show more show less How to use Cetam Capsule Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cetam Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Cetam Capsule works Cetam Capsule is a nootropic medicine. It works by increasing the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) which improves communication between the nerve cells. It also protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. Safety Advice Alcohol SAFE Consuming alcohol with Cetam Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects. Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Cetam Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Cetam Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Driving UNSAFE Cetam Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Cetam Capsule may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability. Kidney CAUTION Cetam Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetam Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Cetam Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cetam Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cetam Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
