Citicas 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Citicas 500mg Tablet helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss (dementia) in Parkinson's disease. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells.
Citicas 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you ever had any problems with your kidneys or if you have or ever had any seizures (epilepsy or fits). Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.
Citicas 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you ever had any problems with your kidneys or if you have or ever had any seizures (epilepsy or fits). Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.
Uses of Citicas Tablet
Benefits of Citicas Tablet
In Treatment of Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Citicas 500mg Tablet helps in speeding up the recovery process in patients who have undergone stroke. It decreases brain damage, promotes healing, and enhances the overall health of the patient.
In Treatment of Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Citicas 500mg Tablet helps the damaged tissues to heal faster and improves the patient condition. It is usually given for a longer duration. Keep taking it as prescribed to get maximum benefit.
In Treatment of Alzheimer's disease
Citicas 500mg Tablet improves learning, memory, and information processing (cognitive function) in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. This medicine will help in managing Alzheimer’s disease effectively.
In Treatment of Dementia in Parkinson's disease
Dementia in Parkinson’s disease refers to problems in memory and thinking that are advanced, interfering with daily activities and quality of life. Citicas 500mg Tablet helps in managing these symptoms in a safe manner that can be used for the long term. This will make it easier for you to carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
Side effects of Citicas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Citicas
- Decreased blood pressure
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Rash
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
How to use Citicas Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Citicas 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Citicas Tablet works
Citicas 500mg Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Citicas 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citicas 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citicas 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Citicas 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Citicas 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Citicas 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Citicas 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Citicas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Citicas 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Citicas 500mg Tablet 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 Citicas 500mg Tablet. These may not be with everyone.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Ribonucleoside Diphosphate
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Nootropic agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
I have been prescribed Citicas 500mg Tablet for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Citicas 500mg Tablet 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.
Can I take alcohol during treatment with Citicas 500mg Tablet?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Citicas 500mg Tablet. However, since Citicas 500mg Tablet 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.
Can students take Citicas 500mg Tablet to improve memory and learning?
No, students should not take Citicas 500mg Tablet since studies show that Citicas 500mg Tablet 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.
What is the role of Citicas 500mg Tablet in stroke?
In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Citicas 500mg Tablet orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Citicas 500mg Tablet either intravenously (injecting the medicine in vein directly) within 12 hours of having a stroke or daily for 7 days after the stroke can help the patient recover sooner.
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Name: Casca Remedies Pvt Ltd
Address: Kuldip Nagar, Ambala Cantt-133004.
Country of origin: India
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