Citicoline
About Citicoline
Citicoline belongs to a group of medications called 'psychostimulants' used to treat disturbances of consciousness resulting from head injuries, brain operation and acute stage of cerebral infarction (stroke) in adults.
Citicoline contains 'Citicoline', which stabilizes cell membranes by increasing phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin synthesis and by inhibiting the release of free fatty acids; thereby, it enhances recovery in patients who had their consciousness disturbed by a head injury or any other brain-related problem and who underwent surgery.
In some cases, Citicoline may cause injection site reactions, rash, insomnia (inability to sleep), nausea, feeling of warmth, anorexia (loss of appetite), convulsions, transient diplopia (double vision) and dyspnea (shortness of breath). If these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor immediately.
Citicoline is not recommended to be used in patients with over-functioning of the sympathetic nervous system or who have a history of hypersensitivity to Citicoline. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor so that your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Citicoline may cause irregular body movement and double vision; thus, avoid operating machinery or driving after taking this medicine.
Uses of Citicoline
Medicinal Benefits
Citicoline contains 'Citicoline’, a psychostimulant or nootropic drug used to nourish and minimize damage to the nerve cells in various conditions associated with the brain. It increases the activity of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and regenerates nerve cells by promoting the synthesis of phospholipids in the brain. it improves recovery in patients who had their consciousness disturbed by a head injury or any other brain-related problem and who underwent surgery.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Citicoline
- Rash
- Insomnia
- Numbness of paralyzed extremities
- Nausea (feeling of sickness)
- Feeling of warmth
- Convulsions (irregular movement of the body)
- Anorexia (loss of appetite)
- Transient Diplopia (double vision)
- Malaise (discomfort or illness)
- Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any medicines. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver, or heart diseases. Citicoline should not be used in conjunction with meclofenoxate or clophenoxate-containing medications. Notify your doctor about your medical history and medications in order to rule out any potential negative effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Citicoline may interact with antiparkinsonian drugs (levodopa, carbidopa) and nootropic drugs (centrophenoxine, meclofenoxate).
Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-disease interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hypertonic of the parasympathetic (over-functioning of the sympathetic nervous system).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoiding alcohol is recommended to rule out any possibility of side effects.
Pregnancy
cautionThere are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere are no adequate and well-controlled studies on nursing mothers. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
cautionCiticoline may cause irregular body movement and double vision; thus, avoid using machinery or driving.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have a history of liver impairment/disorder. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have had a history of kidney impairment/disorder. In aged patients with impaired renal function, the dose should be adjusted.
Children
cautionLimited information is available. Please consult your doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include green, leafy vegetables and other non-starchy vegetables (tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, etc.) in your diet.
- Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and nuts may help reduce inflammation in the brain.
- Use olive oil for cooking purposes. It contains healthy fats that promote brain health.
- Eat whole grains such as oats, quinoa, and brown rice that are rich in nutrients.
- Opt for fish oil or eat fish (preferably fatty fish like salmon, sardines, trout, and tuna) at least once a week. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids essential for the brain's normal functioning.
- Avoid fried, processed, and packed foods.
- Quit alcohol intake and smoking.
- Exercise regularly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Acute cerebral infarction (stroke): Stroke, also called cerebrovascular (CVA) stroke, occurs when there is a decreased blood supply to the brain due to the presence of a blood clot or leakage of blood vessels. The decrease in blood supply leads to a decrease in oxygen and nutrients resulting in the death of brain cells. This condition leads to paralysis of the face, arm, or leg, slurred speech, headache, and difficulty walking.
Head trauma: A head injury (head trauma) is any type of injury to the brain, skull, or scalp. This might range from a minor bump or bruise to a severe brain injury. Concussions, skull fractures, and scalp injuries are examples of common head injuries. The effects and therapies vary widely depending on what caused the head trauma and its severity.
FAQs
Citicoline belongs to a group of medications called 'psychostimulants' used to treat disturbances of consciousness resulting from head injuries, brain operation and acute stage of cerebral infarction (stroke) in adults.
Citicoline It stabilises cell membranes by increasing the production of phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin and decreasing the release of free fatty acids; as a result, it helps speed up recovery in patients who have had surgery for head injuries or other brain-related conditions.
Citicoline can cause insomnia (sleeplessness). However, not everybody taking Citicoline experiences this side-effect. If the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.
Citicoline must not be administered to patients with hypertonic of the parasympathetic (over-functioning of the sympathetic nervous system) or a history of hypersensitivity to Citicoline.
