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Citicoline

Uses

Citicoline Uses Citicoline is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, dementia in Parkinson's disease, age-related memory loss, and head injury.

How it Works

How Citicoline works Citicoline is a nerve-protecting medication. It acts on the brain by nourishing nerve cells, protecting them from damage, and enhancing their survival.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Citicoline include headache, edema (swelling), insomnia (difficulty sleeping), anxiety, hypotension (low blood pressure), weakness, and gastrointestinal disturbances.

Expert Advice

Citicoline is beneficial in the treatment of:

Stroke
Head injury
Alzheimer's disease
Dementia in Parkinson's disease

Do not take this medication in amounts or frequencies greater than prescribed by your doctor.
Avoid driving or engaging in activities that require mental focus until you understand how Citicoline affects you.
Inform your doctor if you experience any allergic reactions after taking the medication.
Possible side effects of Citicoline include:

Trouble sleeping
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Decreased blood pressure
Irregular heart rate

These side effects may not occur in everyone.
If you experience any side effects not mentioned above, consult your treating physician.

Other Combinations

Citicoline + Piracetam

Citicoline + Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)

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Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Veecit 500mg Injection

Vatican Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

₹148

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Zeulin 500mg Injection

₹199

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Citomed 500mg Injection

Medliva Lifesciences

₹133

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition

Citicoline 500mg

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Citivista Injection

Alvista Biosciences Pvt. Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹245

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Lintico 500mg Injection 2ml

Accilex Nutricorp

₹122

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Mscolin 500mg Injection

Medrica Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

₹195

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Cetovik 500mg Tablet

Strip of 10 tablets

₹464

Citiace 500mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹505.3

MRP ₹1,010.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Citobren 500mg Tablet

Kiama Lifesciences

Strip of 10 tablets

₹462

Citiace 500mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹505.3

MRP ₹1,010.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Recognix 500mg Tablet

Strides shasun Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹401

Citiace 500mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹505.3

MRP ₹1,010.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Somazina 500mg Injection 2ml

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.

₹164.3

Neticol Injection 2ml

Neon Laboratories Ltd.

Ampoule of 2 ml

₹433.8

MRP ₹867.5

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 250mg

Arcit 250mg Injection 2ml

Aarotax Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd.

₹110

Citiace 250mg Injection 2ml

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

₹73.2

MRP ₹183

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 250mg

Strolin 250mg Injection 4 Injection

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

₹176.9

Citiace 250mg Injection 2ml

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

₹73.2

MRP ₹183

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 250mg

Citinerz 250mg Injection

Zanetaz Medicorp

₹129

Citiace 250mg Injection 2ml

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

₹73.2

MRP ₹183

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Prexaron 500mg Syrup Sugar Free 60ml

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bottle of 60 ml

₹842.3

Citiking Syrup 60ml

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Bottle of 60 ml

₹405

MRP ₹675

Salt Composition in both

Citicoline 500mg

Citifest 500mg Tablet

Minova Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 6 tablets

₹234

Citiace 500mg Tablet 10s

Dr. Morepen Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹505.3

MRP ₹1,010.5

Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Citistroke 4mg Injection 4ml

American Remedies Ltd.

₹232

MRP ₹464.1

Salt Composition

Citicoline

Ziticolin Injection

₹176.9

Sorry, the substitute medicine is Currently Unavailable

Salt Composition

Citicoline

CT-Gold Injection

Inizia Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

₹190

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Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Prexaron SR 1gm Tablet

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹833

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Salt Composition

Citicoline 2mg

Linaxon 2mg Injection 2ml

Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

₹95.5

Sorry, the substitute medicine is Currently Unavailable

Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Citigrap 1000mg Tablet

Grapple Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹650

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Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR

Innovative Pharmaceuticals

Strip of 10 tablets

₹699

Sorry, the substitute medicine is Currently Unavailable

Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Citirest 1000 CR Tablet

Ikon Remedies Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹699

Sorry, the substitute medicine is Currently Unavailable

Salt Composition

Citicoline 1000mg

Strocolin 1000mg Tablet

Carise Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

₹680

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Frequently asked questions

What is Citicoline's role in stroke recovery?

Citicoline can aid recovery from blood clot-induced strokes when taken orally within 3 months. Administering it intravenously within 12 hours of a stroke or daily for 7 days can also expedite recovery.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while on Citicoline treatment?

There are no studies on the interaction between alcohol and Citicoline; however, given Citicoline's use in conditions like stroke and Alzheimer's disease, it is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption.

Can students use Citicoline to enhance their memory and learning abilities?

Students should not take Citicoline as it is only proven effective for age-related memory issues and conditions like Alzheimer's disease, with no data supporting its use in children.

What is the role of Citicoline in treating Alzheimer's disease and how does it function?

Citicoline, a form of choline, protects and repairs nerve cells in the brain, enhancing learning, memory, and cognitive function in individuals with Alzheimer's disease.

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