Introduction About CITINOL TABLET

CITINOL TABLET contains Citicoline which belongs to a group of medicines called Psychostimulants. CITINOL TABLET is used to manage cerebral insufficiency (such as dizziness, memory loss, poor circulation, disorientation) that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury in affected individuals.

CITINOL TABLET is also used to manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease (brain disease that affects memory and thinking skills) and other cerebrovascular disease. It is also indicated for use in acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction (condition that occurs due to poor blood supply to the brain) and Parkinson’s disease (age related degenerative brain condition) in affected individuals.

CITINOL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Citicoline. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from hypertonia (muscle overactivity).

Before taking CITINOL TABLET, inform your doctor if you are scheduled for any surgery, and/or have persistent intracranial haemorrhage, kidney/liver disease.

CITINOL TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if necessary. It is also advised to be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) if necessary. The medicine is also advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor.

The most common side effects of taking CITINOL TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, low blood pressure, and/or agitation. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

Uses Of CITINOL TABLET

• Manage cerebral insufficiency that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury
• Manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease and other cerebrovascular disease
• Manage Parkinson’s disease
• Helps in the acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction/ischemic stroke in affected individuals

How CITINOL TABLET Works

CITINOL TABLET works by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine (chemical that produces acetylcholine, responsible for memory and other bodily functions) which leads to improved cerebral function and cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. It also works by repairing neuronal membranes and damaged cholinergic neurons via potentiation of acetylcholine production and reduction of free fatty acid accumulation at stroke-induced nerve damage site which results in the management neuronal cell death thus helping in the recovery phase of cerebral infarction in affected individuals.

How to use CITINOL TABLET

Tablet:

Take CITINOL TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Orally Disintegrating Tablet:

Take CITINOL TABLET as advised by your physician. Place CITINOL TABLET inside your mouth and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of CITINOL TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea and vomiting:

Take CITINOL TABLET with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks and drinks. Avoid drinking too much liquid along with your meals, drink slowly in between meals. Inform your doctor if the condition worsens.

Constipation:

Try to eat high-fiber foods such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water. Involve in regular exercise (going for a daily walk or run) and if this does not help, consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate managements for constipation.

Headache:

If CITINOL TABLET causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking CITINOL TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or severe, inform your doctor.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

CITINOL TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CITINOL TABLET.

Breastfeeding

CITINOL TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CITINOL TABLET.

Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive/operate machines while taking CITINOL TABLET since it may affect your ability to drive/operate machines.

Kidney

CITINOL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking CITINOL TABLET.

Liver

CITINOL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking CITINOL TABLET.

Allergy

Do not take CITINOL TABLET if you are allergic to Citicoline, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking CITINOL TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• levodopa (medicine used to manage Parkinson’s disease)
• meclofenoxate (used as a dietary supplement to manage dementia)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CITINOL TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep CITINOL TABLET out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not store CITINOL TABLET above 30°C

FAQs About CITINOL TABLET

What is CITINOL TABLET is used for?

CITINOL TABLET is used to manage cerebral insufficiency that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury in affected individuals. It is also used to manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease (brain disease that affects memory and thinking skills) and other cerebrovascular disease. It is also indicated for use in acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction (condition that occurs due to poor blood supply to the brain) and Parkinson’s disease (age related degenerative brain condition) in affected individuals.

What are the side effects of CITINOL TABLET?

The most common side effects of taking CITINOL TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, low blood pressure, and/or agitation. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

How CITINOL TABLET works?

CITINOL TABLET works by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine (chemical that produces acetylcholine, responsible for memory and other bodily functions) which leads to improved cerebral function and cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. It also works by repairing neuronal membranes and damaged cholinergic neurons via potentiation of acetylcholine production and reduction of free fatty acid accumulation at stroke-induced nerve damage site which results in the management neuronal cell death thus helping in the recovery phase of cerebral infarction in affected individuals.

What happens if more than required dosage of CITINOL TABLET is taken?

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CITINOL TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital to manage the overdose symptoms.

Can CITINOL TABLET be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women?

Yes, CITINOL TABLET can be used but with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CITINOL TABLET.

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Dopamine transporter (DAT) scan

Author Details

Written By Dr. K .AZEEM HUSSAIN - B.D.S

Reviewed By Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle - MBBS, MD(Pharmacology) View profile

Last updated on 25 Nov 2022 | 05:43 PM(IST)