Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR
Rs.678for 1 strip(s) (10 tablet cr each)
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alcohol interaction for Cititop Tablet CR
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Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR 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 Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR
Citicoline(1000mg)
Cititop tablet cr uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease and dementia in Parkinson's disease.
How cititop tablet cr works
Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR 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 cititop tablet cr
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 Cititop Tablet CR
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Expert advice FOR Cititop Tablet CR
- 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 Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR
Citicoline
Q. I have been prescribed Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR 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 Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR. However, since Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR 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 Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR to improve memory and learning?
No, students should not take Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR since studies show that Cititop 1000mg Tablet CR 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.