Piracetam is indicated in the prevention and early treatment of Alzheimer's. It is also used for alcoholism, dyslexia, sickle-cell anemia, senile dementia, hypoxia (too little oxygen to the brain), and other conditions of age-associated mental decline. No contraindications or toxicity problems.
Dosage: Between 800 and 4800 mg per day, depending on purpose of treatment. It is often recommended to begin treatment by taking a large single dose, i.e. 2400mg-4000mg in order to facilitate patient response.
Precautions: Possible insomnia if taken too late in the day or agitation, occasional gastrointestinal upsets, headaches.