Description
Citicoline and Piracetam Tablets belong to a group of medicines called central nervous system agents used to treat acute stroke. A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Like all organs, the brain needs the oxygen and nutrients provided by blood to function properly. If the supply of blood is restricted or stopped, brain cells begin to die, leading to stroke.
Citicoline and Piracetam Tablets are a combination of two medicines, namely: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane and cholinergic neurons by increasing phosphatidylcholine synthesis and potentiating the production of acetylcholine, respectively. It reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.
Medical Benefits
- Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine.
- It also repairs the damaged cholinergic neurons by potentiating acetylcholine production and reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage.
- Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.
Directions For Use
- Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not break, crush or chew it.
- Please take Citicoline and Piracetam Tablets in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.
Storage
- Keep it away from sunlight.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Store in a cool and dry place.
Precautions
- Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Citicoline and Piracetam Tablets as it may cause increased drowsiness.
- Consult doctor before its intake as this medicine may interact with anti-Parkinson medicines (levodopa, carbidopa, entacapone), anti-coagulant (acenocoumarol), anti-epileptic drugs (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbitone, valproate), and thyroid hormones.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery as this medicine causes drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness.
Side Effects
- Nervousness
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Muscle spasm
- Nausea
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does this medicine cause diarrhoea?
Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of it. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea or if you find blood in your stools.
Does this tablet cause weight gain?
It may cause an increase in weight. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain a proper weight. Consult your doctor if you notice excess weight gain.
Does this composition cause hallucinations?
Hallucination is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or believe things that are not true, see things that are not there or feel unusually suspicious or confused. It contains piracetam which may cause hallucinations in some cases. So, if you experience hallucinations while taking this tablet, please talk to your doctor immediately.
