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Acetam Information

Acetam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fever, Headache, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Acetam have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Acetam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Acetam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acetam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Acetam has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Acetam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acetam related warnings section.

Acetam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acetam in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies. Other contraindications of Acetam have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Acetam have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acetam is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Acetam Benefits & Uses

Acetam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Acetam 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 325 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acetam Related Warnings

Is the use of Acetam safe for pregnant women?

Acetam is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Acetam safe during breastfeeding?

Acetam is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Acetam on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Acetam on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Acetam on the Liver?

Acetam may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acetam on the Heart?

Side effects of Acetam rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Acetam with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Acetam Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Acetam

Is this Acetam habit forming or addictive?

Acetam is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Acetam since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Acetam should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Acetam is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Acetam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acetam

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acetam and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Acetam

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Acetam as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Acetam

Question about 5 years ago

What are the symptoms of Acetam overdose?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Acetam overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Acetam inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Acetam with an antihistamine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Acetam can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

If I am allergic to Acetam then what should I do?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

If you are allergic to Acetam then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Acetam to treat common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Acetam is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.

Question over 4 years ago

What are the interactions between Acetam and codeine?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions have been reported between Acetam and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Acetam. Inform your doctor immediately.