All drugs that affect metabolic processes in the brain are called nootropics. From the whole variety of drugs, one can distinguish such as "Piracetam", "Nootropil" and "Lucetam".
The indicated drugs contain the same active ingredient. Therefore, talking about which is better - "Piracetam", or "Nootropil", or "Lucetam" will be a little wrong.
However, these drugs, despite the same composition, are produced by different pharmaceutical companies, which may affect the degree of purification of the components or the quality of the drug as a whole.
Indications
The pharmacological action of drugs that contain piracetam as the main component is based on the effect of this element on the central nervous system.
Indications for use are quite numerous, but you can focus on the main diseases in whichnootropics should be prescribed.
First of all it concerns neurology:
- cerebrovascular disorders;
- cerebrovascular insufficiency, manifested in impaired attention and memory, headaches and dizziness;
- circulatory disorders;
- state after brain intoxication;
- cognitive decline, including in Alzheimer's disease.
Piracetam or Nootropil are also used in psychiatry. What is better, the doctor decides in each case, although, as already mentioned, drugs differ only in the manufacturer.
Indications:
- depressive syndrome, in which there is intolerance to neuroleptics;
- sluggish conditions - schizophrenia or psychoorganic syndrome, as well as inhibited states.
In narcology, in case of acute substance poisoning, any nootropic drug is prescribed in combination with other drugs. Which is better - "Piracetam", or "Nootropil", or "Lucetam"? What is best for the patient is determined based on the condition:
- morphine or alcohol withdrawal syndrome;
- poisoning or overdose of morphine, barbiturates, ethanol and other substances;
- chronic alcoholism with persistent mental disorders.
In addition, "Piracetam" (or "Nootropil") is used to treat children with the following diseases and conditions:
- consequencesperinatal brain damage;
- delayed psycho-speech development (ZPRR);
- mental retardation, cerebral palsy.
The standard effect is to change the speed of propagation of impulses in the brain, improve metabolic processes and interaction between the hemispheres.
In addition, with organic brain damage during various acquired diseases or disorders that occurred during the prenatal development of the fetus, as well as during childbirth, drugs of the nootropic group, both in tablets and in ampoules, have a restorative effect.
In the event that minor impairments to memory and attention, as well as other cognitive functions occurred for other reasons, people start taking drugs on their own, following the instructions.
"Piracetam" or "Nootropil": reviews
The use of any medication without a doctor's prescription is undesirable, and in some cases dangerous. However, despite this, many people not only take nootropics to improve memory and speed up learning or as a preventive measure, but also experiment on themselves.
Reviews about this drug from consumers are different, which is associated with the characteristics of the body. Also, the differences can be associated with suggestibility.
Using a "memory" drug usually does not give a quick and lasting positive effect. At the same time, those who took nootropics as an experiment note that the benefits of the funds are much less thanharm. Thus, the manifestation of side effects occurs earlier than improvements if taken on their own "Lucetam", "Nootropil" or "Piracetam".
Which is better: reviews and research
According to world statistics and expert reviews, these drugs of the nootropic group show little effectiveness in the treatment of post-stroke and dementia (acquired dementia), and in some cases there is no improvement at all.
To date, in America, Piracetam has been excluded from the list of medicines. This drug is equated to dietary supplements, since its therapeutic effect is not so pronounced that it can be used as the main remedy.
In Russia, studies conducted with the use of the drug for children with Down syndrome also proved that the substance does not have any effect on cognitive functions. Therefore, there is no longer a question regarding such means as "Piracetam" or "Nootropil". Which of these drugs is better, in this case, it does not matter anymore.
Contraindications
With respect to any medication, you should always pay attention to contraindications. They are both absolute and relative.
Nootropics should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Also, their use is absolutely contraindicated in hemorrhagic stroke and in the case of end-stage renal failure.
In thatif a pregnant or lactating woman needs to take medication, compare the possible benefits and harms for the child that Nootropil or Piracetam can bring. What's better? In this case, the name of the drug does not matter, since the main active ingredient in these drugs is the same.
It is impossible to use Piracetam and its derivatives in children under the age of 12 months and in people who are hypersensitive to the components of the drug.
Negative effects on the central nervous system
Side effects occur only in 3% of cases. In most patients, they are either very mild, or there is simply no pronounced effect from the drug.
The central nervous system may respond to taking drugs from the nootropic group as follows:
- exacerbation of the course of epilepsy;
- sleepiness and depression;
- in some cases, headaches and dizziness may occur, sexuality increases.
Other side effects
Very rarely there is an increase in body weight due to metabolic disorders when using nootropics. In isolated cases, nausea, diarrhea or stomach pain are observed from the gastrointestinal tract.
In the presence of these side effects, the question arises: "Piracetam" or "Nootropil" - which is better to use?" Since the active substance in these medicines is the same, the side effects do not differ.
Combinationdrugs
Often, when taking any medication, it becomes necessary to use one or more other remedies, according to the doctor's indications. With the simultaneous use of nootropics and drugs used in diseases of the thyroid gland, sleep disturbances and irritability are possible.
In addition, there is evidence of an increase in the effectiveness of the agent for the treatment of thrombophlebitis when taken simultaneously with nootropics. When deciding whether to take medications such as Nootropil or Piracetam (which is better, the doctor decides in each case), you should take into account the means used in parallel.
Who releases?
The only difference between the medicines described is that they are produced by different manufacturers, as noted earlier.
The drug "Lucetam" is produced by the company "Egis" (Hungary). In Russian pharmacies, the medicine is sold in different forms:
- ampoules 5 ml (No. 10) - about 280 rubles;
- tablets 800 mg (No. 30) - about 80 rubles.
Means "Piracetam" produced by Russian manufacturers "Marbiopharm" (Republic of Mari El) and "Vertex" (St. Petersburg). It can be purchased in the following forms:
- ampoules 5 ml (No. 10) – 38 rubles;
- tablets 200 mg (No. 60) – 27 rubles;
- capsules 400 mg (No. 20) – 28 rubles.
Nootropil is a drug produced by USB Pharma (Belgium). In pharmacies, it is sold as:
- ampoules 5 ml (No. 12) – 377rubles;
- tablets 800 mg (No. 30) - 295 rubles.
Prices are approximate and may vary depending on the region or even the pharmacy. Nootropics are available without a prescription, but there is evidence that in the Republic of Belarus a prescription is required to purchase these funds.
As you can see, domestic tablets and ampoules are several times cheaper than imported medicines. "Piracetam" or "Nootropil" - which is better with such a difference in price? This question, if necessary, should be answered by the patient himself. It all depends on how much he trusts the Russian manufacturer and is ready to be treated with domestic drugs.
Conclusions
Medicines are needed to treat diseases. This is necessary to know for those people who are used to stimulating themselves with various drugs. In case of natural forgetfulness or the onset of a period when you need to quickly remember and learn everything (especially if it is a huge amount of material), it is better to gradually develop the brain and learn everything in time.
If we are talking about a condition that requires special means, then you can ask yourself: "Nootropil" or "Piracetam" - which is better?" At the same time, use drugs under the supervision of a doctor and in complex therapy.
I would like to note that the recommendations and reviews given above are not the advice of a doctor. The information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be used as a clear guide to action.
