Citicoline Injection

Citicoline Injection- This medicine comes with the branding of GCITLIN and belongs to the class of medicine called ‘psychostimulants’ used to treat and prevent stroke, Parkinson’s disease, head trauma or injury, Alzheimer’s disease, and glaucoma. A stroke occurs due to insufficient blood supply to the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive age-related memory loss. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects movement. Glaucoma is an eye problem that occurs due to damage to the optic nerve, responsible for vision.

This medicine contains ‘Citicoline’, a psychostimulant or nootropic used to nourish and minimize damage to the nerve cells in various conditions associated with the brain. It increases the activity of the central nervous system. This medication regenerates nerve cells by promoting the synthesis of phospholipids in the brain. It improves learning, memory, judging, and thinking processes. It can improve recovery in patients with disturbance in consciousness in patients with head injury or any other problems associated with the brain and who underwent surgery.

Uses of Citicoline Injection

• Stroke
• Head injury
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• Glaucoma

Directions for Use

• It should be administered by a healthcare professional, Do not self-administer.
• Gently squeeze the skin with one hand and quickly.
• Insert the needle straight into the muscle.
• Pull back the plunger; if blood is seen in the syringe, remove the needle from the skin.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.
• Keep away the reach of children and pets.

Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you develop an allergic reaction after taking the medication.
• Do not take this injection 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.
• If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother then inform your doctor before taking it.

Side effects

• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Increase or decrease in heart rate
• Restlessness

Frequently Asked Questions About Citicoline Injection

How does this medicine work?

This medicine contains citicoline which is a precursor for phospholipids (forms the outer layer of nerve cells). It also stimulates phospholipid synthesis in the brain, thus protecting nerve cells or neurons. It increases brain activity and improves symptoms in patients with neurological diseases.

Can this medicine be taken for the long term?

This medicine can be taken for the long-term when advised by a doctor. It can considerably improve memory, thinking, and behavioral skills when taken long-term in patients with brain disorders.

Is it safe to take this medicine?

This medicine is possibly safe and may not show any toxic side effects. It is usually well-tolerated in patients when given in therapeutic doses (dose required to treat the disease).

What are the temporary side effects of this medicine?

This medicine can give some side effects on some people like Constipation, Blurred vision, Increase or decrease in heart rate, and Restlessness. But they do need not immediate medical help.