GINKOSTAT TAB

Overview

GINKOSTAT TAB is composed of: PIRACETAM (800 MG), GINGKO BILOBA (60 MG)

Piracetam 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. Piracetam is used in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, dementia in Parkinson’s disease, age-related memory loss, and head injury.

Usage

PIRACETAM is generally used to treat: Alzheimer’s Disease, Stroke, Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for GINKOSTAT TAB and its Constituents

 Blood urea nitrogen and creatinine levels should be monitored regularly in patients with kidney impairment.  Liver enzymes and related parameters must be monitored to assess the liver function during the treatment with piracetam.  Caution is required in treating patients with severe heart disease, the elderly or people with bleeding problems or who have recently undergone surgery. Piracetam may cause drowsiness and the user should not carry out skilled tasks such as driving or operating heavy machinery. Abrupt withdrawal of the medication should be avoided.

Common Side-Effects

PIRACETAM : Anxiety, Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Drowsiness, Nervousness, Agitation, Confusion, Hallucinations

Rare Side-Effects

PIRACETAM : Skin Rash, Hives, Body Itching, Weight Gain, Weakness (generalized)

Technical Classification

PIRACETAM is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Morning	43%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)	21%
2 Times Daily	14%
3 Times Daily	11%
Once Daily	7%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	25%
14 Days	19%
7 Days	13%
45 Days	13%
21 Days	13%
60 Days	6%
15 Days	6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs	5%
35 to 50yrs	5%
50 to 60yrs	32%
60 to 70yrs	27%
70yrs and above	32%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

36%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Neurologist	96%
Pulmonologist	4%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN AV TAB	14%
DILIGAN-25 TAB	14%
QUTAN 25MG TAB	11%
CITCOS PLUS TAB	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

MRI BRAIN (MRI)	14%
MRI CERVICAL SPINE (MRI)	11%

Available Alternatives for GINKOSTAT TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

GINKOSTAT TAB	INR 232 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60 MG
MORACETAM AG TAB	INR 799 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BESTFLOW TAB	INR 164.5 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 400.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG, BETAHISTINE 16.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 5.0 MG
BESTFLOW-D TAB	INR 198 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 400 MG, CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU, GINGKO BILOBA 60 MG, BETAHISTINE 16 MG, VINPOCETINE 5 MG
CET PLUS 400MG/60MG TAB	INR 40 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 400.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG
COGNIVEL TAB	INR 179 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 5.0 MG
COGNIX 400MG/60MG CAP	INR 107 for 10 CAPSULES	PIRACETAM 400.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG
COGNIX PLUS TAB	INR 218.4 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60 MG, VINPOCETINE 5 MG
EMIDAS LS TAB	INR 84.36 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 200.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 30.0 MG, BETAHISTINE 8.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 2.5 MG
EMIDAS TAB	INR 150 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 400.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG, BETAHISTINE 16.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 5.0 MG
GENCEPHAL TRIO 60MG/800MG/5MG TAB	INR 199 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 5.0 MG
MORACETAM V FORTE 60MG/800MG/5MG TAB	INR 171.33 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 800.0 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60.0 MG, VINPOCETINE 5.0 MG
STABLANZ PV TAB	INR 198.2 for 10 TABLETS	VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU, PIRACETAM 400 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60 MG, BETAHISTINE HYDROCHLORIDE 16 MG, VINPOCETINE 5 MG
ZEVERT PVG TAB	INR 198 for 10 TABLETS	PIRACETAM 400 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 60 MG, BETAHISTINE 16 MG, VINPOCETINE 5 MG