Citelec Syrup
food interaction for Citelec Syrup
alcohol interaction for Citelec Syrup
pregnancy interaction for Citelec Syrup
lactation interaction for Citelec Syrup
food
alcohol
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Citelec Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Citelec Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Citelec Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Citelec Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Citelec 500mg/5ml Syrup
Citicoline(500mg/5ml)
Citelec syrup uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease and dementia in Parkinson's disease.
How citelec syrup works
Citelec Syrup is a nerve protecting medicine. It nourishes the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival by producing certain brain chemicals including phosphatidylcholine and acetylcholine. It also reduces free fatty acid buildup at the site of nerve damage.
Common side effects of citelec syrup
Decreased blood pressure, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Stomach pain, Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Rash, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Citelec Syrup
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Sorted By
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Expert advice FOR Citelec Syrup
- Citicoline helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia in Parkinson's disease.
- Do not take this medicine in higher amounts or frequency than that told by your doctor.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you develop an allergic reaction after taking the medication.
- Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur with Citicoline. These may not be with everyone.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
Frequently asked questions FOR Citelec 500mg/5ml Syrup
Citicoline
Q. I have been prescribed Citelec Syrup for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Citelec Syrup is a form of an essential nutrient called choline which is naturally present in the body. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. Therefore, it improves learning, memory, and cognitive function (processing information or perception) in Alzheimer’s disease.
Q. Can I take alcohol during treatment with Citelec Syrup?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Citelec Syrup. However, since Citelec Syrup is prescribed for stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, head injury, and age-related memory impairment, it is best to avoid the consumption of alcohol.
Q. Can students take Citelec Syrup to improve memory and learning?
No, students should not take Citelec Syrup since studies show that Citelec Syrup is effective only in age-related memory problems, memory problems associated with long-standing stroke, and in Alzheimer’s disease. Moreover, there is no data available for use of this medicine in children.