Citicoline (250mg)
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CITIXEN Injection is a medicine used 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. Therefore, it improves learning and memory.
CITIXEN Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, and occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness or swelling. 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). Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.
CITIXEN 250mg Injection is used to help slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease by supporting memory, attention, and overall mental clarity.
CITIXEN 250mg Injection is used in stroke recovery to support brain function, improve mental alertness, and help regain movement or speech abilities that may have been affected.
For dementia in Parkinson’s disease, CITIXEN 250mg Injection aids in improving memory, alertness, and thinking ability, helping enhance daily functioning and quality of life.
In head injuries, CITIXEN 250mg Injection helps protect brain cells and supports faster healing, potentially improving focus, memory, and other cognitive functions.
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
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
CITIXEN 250mg Injection 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.
Alcohol- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with CITIXEN 250mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of CITIXEN 250mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding-CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of CITIXEN 250mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether CITIXEN 250mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney- CAUTION
CITIXEN 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of CITIXEN 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of CITIXEN 250mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you missed a dose, contact your doctor.