Perceptal Information
Perceptal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Myoclonus. The alternative uses of Perceptal have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Perceptal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Perceptal include Nausea or vomiting, Rash, Confusion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Perceptal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Perceptal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Perceptal's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Perceptal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Perceptal related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Perceptal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Perceptal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Perceptal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Perceptal Benefits & Uses
Perceptal is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Perceptal 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
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Perceptal Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Perceptal is used -
Moderate
- Depressed mood
- Hallucinations
Mild
- पेट दर्द
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Headache
- Drowsiness
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Confusion
- Insomnia
Perceptal Related Warnings
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Is the use of Perceptal safe for pregnant women?
Perceptal may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Perceptal again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Perceptal safe during breastfeeding?
Perceptal may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Perceptal on the Kidneys?
Perceptal rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Perceptal on the Liver?
Perceptal has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Perceptal on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Perceptal on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Perceptal with Other Drugs
Perceptal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Perceptal Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Perceptal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Bleeding
Frequently asked Questions about Perceptal
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Is this Perceptal habit forming or addictive?
Perceptal is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Perceptal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Perceptal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Perceptal can help with mental disorders.
Yes
Perceptal Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Perceptal
It is safe to take Perceptal with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Perceptal
Consuming Perceptal with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490
