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Myoclonus

Myoclonus is sudden, brief, involuntary twitching or jerking of a muscle or group of muscles. These movements are not a condition in themselves, but may signal an underlying neurological problem.

Cerecetam

Piracetam

400mg · 800mg · 1200mg

Piracetam tablets for cognitive impairment and myoclonus. It is one of the oldest nootropic medicines, first developed in the 1960s.

From$0.76/ tabletView

Nootropil

Piracetam

800mg · 1200mg

Piracetam tablets for cognitive impairment and myoclonus. It increases the flexibility of nerve cell membranes to support brain signalling.

From$1.36/ tabletView

Key points

  • Muscle movements can result from a muscle suddenly contracting or relaxing.
  • Causes can vary, and myoclonus may occur alongside another neurological condition.
  • Treatment may address an underlying cause or aim to reduce disruptive movements.

Medicines listed for Myoclonus

The listed products for myoclonus contain Piracetam. Both Cerecetam and Nootropil are tablets. Piracetam is used in some cases of cortical myoclonus, a form of involuntary twitching linked to activity in the brain.

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