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Citcos-Plus Tablet

Citcos-Plus Tablet

Prescription drug
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Manufacturer/Marketer

NECTAR LIFESCIENCES LIMITE

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

About Citcos-Plus Tablet

Citcos-Plus Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called central nervous system agents used to treat acute stroke. A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Like all organs, the brain needs the oxygen and nutrients provided by blood to function properly. If the supply of blood is restricted or stopped, brain cells begin to die, leading to stroke.

Citcos-Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane and cholinergic neurons by increasing phosphatidylcholine synthesis and potentiating the production of acetylcholine, respectively. It reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.

You are advised to take Citcos-Plus Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as weight gain, nervousness, diarrhoea, headache, muscle spasm, nausea, and vomiting. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

Consult your doctor before taking Citcos-Plus Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Citcos-Plus Tablet causes drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol with Citcos-Plus Tablet as it could lead to increased sleepiness. Citcos-Plus Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects/interactions.

Uses of Citcos-Plus Tablet

Treatment of Acute stroke

Medicinal Benefits

Citcos-Plus Tablet is used to treat acute stroke. Citcos-Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine. It also repairs the damaged cholinergic neurons by potentiating acetylcholine production and reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells. Together, Citcos-Plus Tablet helps treat stroke.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Citcos-Plus Tablet

  • Weight gain
  • Nervousness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Muscle spasm
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting 

Drug Warnings

Do not take Citcos-Plus Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have/had severe renal or hepatic impairment or cerebral haemorrhage (uncontrolled bleeding in the brain). Inform your doctor if you have intracranial haemorrhage (bleeding within the skull), haemorrhage (bleeding problems), gastrointestinal ulcers, haemostasis (process to prevent bleeding); if you are due to have any major surgery or taking anti-coagulant medicines. Consult your doctor before taking Citcos-Plus Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Citcos-Plus Tablet causes drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol with Citcos-Plus Tablet as it could lead to increased sleepiness. Citcos-Plus Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Citcos-Plus Tablet may interact with anti-Parkinson medicines (levodopa, carbidopa, entacapone), nootropic drugs (centrophenoxine), anti-coagulant (acenocoumarol), anti-epileptic drugs (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbitone, valproate), and thyroid hormones.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have intracranial haemorrhage (bleeding within the skull), haemorrhage (bleeding problems), gastrointestinal ulcers, haemostasis (process to prevent bleeding), cerebral haemorrhage (uncontrolled bleeding in the brain), or severe renal and hepatic impairment.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA
  • CARBIDOPA
  • ENTACAPONE
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITONE
  • VALPROATE
  • CENTROPHENOXINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a low-fat, high-fibre diet.
  • Maintain a balanced diet. Include plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grains.
  • Limit daily salt content to not more than 6grams.
  • Exercise regularly. It helps maintain proper weight, lowers cholesterol and keeps blood pressure healthy.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid processed foods.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Stroke: A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Like all organs, the brain needs the oxygen and nutrients provided by blood to function properly. If the supply of blood is restricted or stopped, brain cells begin to die. This can lead to brain injury, disability and possibly death. Stroke requires immediate medical attention to prevent brain damage, long-term disability and death.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Citcos-Plus Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will decide whether Citcos-Plus Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Citcos-Plus Tablet may cause nervousness and shakiness. Do not drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited data is available. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Citcos-Plus Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SCO 38-39, Sector 9d, Chandigarh 160009
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FAQs

Citcos-Plus Tablet contains Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane and cholinergic neurons by increasing phosphatidylcholine synthesis and potentiating the production of acetylcholine, respectively. It reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.
Citcos-Plus Tablet might induce seizures in myoclonic patients if discontinued suddenly. Do not discontinue Citcos-Plus Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Citcos-Plus Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Citcos-Plus Tablet.
Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of Citcos-Plus Tablet. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.
Citcos-Plus Tablet may cause an increase in weight. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain a proper weight. Consult your doctor if you notice excess weight gain.
Hallucination is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or believe things that are not true, see things that are not there, feel unusually suspicious or confused. Citcos-Plus Tablet contains piracetam which may cause hallucination in some cases. So, if you experience hallucinations while taking Citcos-Plus Tablet, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Please consult your doctor before taking Citcos-Plus Tablet if you have hypertension (high blood pressure), as Citcos-Plus Tablet contains citicoline, which might cause low blood pressure. Intake of Citcos-Plus Tablet along with anti-hypertensive medicines might decrease the blood pressure to lower than normal. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised to avoid unpleasant events.

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