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  3. Polytam

Polytam

  • Manufactured by: Zee Laboratories
  • Contains / Salt: Piracetam (800 mg)

Polytam

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  • Manufactured by: Zee Laboratories
  • Contains / Salt: Piracetam (800 mg)

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Polytam Information

Polytam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Myoclonus. The alternative uses of Polytam have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Polytam 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Polytam include Nausea or vomiting, Rash, Confusion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Polytam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Polytam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Polytam's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Polytam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Polytam contraindications section.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Polytam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

  1. Polytam Benefits & Uses
  2. Polytam Dosage & How to Take
  3. Polytam Side Effects
  4. Polytam Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Polytam with Other Drugs
  6. Polytam Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Polytam
  8. Polytam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Polytam Benefits & Uses

Polytam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Myoclonus

Other Benefits

  • Stroke
  • Head Injury

Polytam 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: Myoclonus
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Myoclonus
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Polytam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Polytam is used -

Severe

  • Difficulty breathing

Moderate

  • Depressed mood
  • Hallucinations

Mild

  • पेट दर्द
  • Anxiety
  • Headache
  • Drowsiness

Common

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash
  • Confusion
  • Insomnia
  • Weakness
  • Weight gain

Unknown

  • Vertigo

Polytam Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Polytam safe for pregnant women?


    Polytam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Polytam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Polytam safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Polytam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Polytam on the Kidneys?


    Polytam rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Polytam on the Liver?


    Polytam has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Polytam on the Heart?


    Polytam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Polytam with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Dipyridamole
  • Arreno Capsule
  • Aggrenox Capsule MR
  • Peridamol Suspension
  • Thrombonil Tablet
Eptifibatide
  • Eptibind 20 Injection
  • Eptide 20 Mg Injection
  • Eptide 0.75 Mg Infusion
  • Eptiflo Injection
Prasugrel
  • Prax A 75 Capsule
  • Prasudoc 10 Tablet
  • Prax 10 Tablet
  • Prasita 10 Tablet
Ticlopidine
  • Col 200 Mg Injection
  • Col 400 Mg Injection
  • Ticlobest 250 Tablet
  • Ticlogard Tablet
Clopidogrel
  • Novastat Gold Tablet
  • Razel Gold Capsule
  • Rosufit CV 10 Capsule
  • Clavilip 10 Capsule

Polytam Contraindications

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

  • Liver Disease
  • Kidney Disease
  • Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Polytam

  • Is this Polytam habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Polytam has not been reported.

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Polytam can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Polytam only as per medical advice.

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


    Yes, Polytam is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Polytam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Polytam


    Taking Polytam with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Polytam


    Taking alcohol with Polytam can be dangerous.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 490

  • 107 people have bought this recently
  • ₹83.0
  • 10 Tablet in 1 Strip
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  • In stock alternatives of Polytam
    (based on Piracetam (800 mg))
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₹83.0
10 Tablet in 1 Strip

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