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Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR
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Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsCiticoline
Description
Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR is a medicine that protects the nerves. It is used in the treatment of brain stroke (a condition that occurs due to improper blood supply to the brain), memory loss, and movement disorders associated with ageing. It works by increasing the level of certain brain chemicals necessary for proper brain function. It also prevents damage to your nerve cells and nourishes them back to health again. Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR may cause some side effects like stomach discomfort, restlessness, diarrhoea, and headache. However, these side effects may subside by themselves as your body adjusts to the medicine. Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR can be taken with or without food. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on your health condition. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor. Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR

Criticoline 1000 MG Tablet CR
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Shaking of hands or feet
  • Sleeplessness
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Low blood pressure
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Blurred vision

Uses of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR

What is it prescribed for?

  • Acute ischemic stroke
  • Cerebral insufficiency
  • Parkinsonism
  • Alzheimer's disease
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR to show its effect is not clinically determined. You may have to use this medicine for the long term to get complete benefits.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR remains active in your body is not clinically determined.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR as it may cause undesired effects.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    The effect of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR during pregnancy is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    The effect of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR while breastfeeding is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, etc.

Hypertonia

Hypertonia is a condition of too much muscle tone in the body. This condition makes it difficult to flex and move around normally. It occurs when the brain and spinal cord are affected by injury or illness before, during, or after birth. Less commonly, it may occur in older children and adults. Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR is not recommended to use if you have such conditions.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

The effect of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR during pregnancy is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

The effect of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR while breastfeeding is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Use in children

Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machines

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until you know how Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR affects you.

Other medicines

Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR.

Kidney disease

Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. Impaired kidney function may lead to a slow elimination and an increased accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable dose based on your health condition.

Persistent intracranial haemorrhage

Persistent intracranial haemorrhage refers to continuous bleeding between your brain tissue and skull. Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR should be used with caution in such cases. It is recommended not to exceed the dose of 1000 mg daily.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the dose of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR. In case of an overdose, seek immediate medical attention for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR as it may cause undesired effects.
Interaction with Medicine

Levodopa

Meclofenoxate

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR should be used with caution if you have liver problems. In such cases, taking a higher dose of this medicine is not recommended.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR with or without food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Citico 1000 MG Tablet CR works by replenishing some necessary chemicals in the brain such as phosphatidylcholine methionine, betaine, cytidine, etc. These brain chemicals improve brain function by regulating the process of cognition and awareness. It also plays a vital role in neural communication by increasing the levels of substances that send messages in the brain.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nootropics, Neurotrophics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Jan 2023

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