Citicoline

Citicoline 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.

Citicoline 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, and irregular heart rate. 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.

• Treatment of Stroke
• Treatment of Head injury
• Treatment of Alzheimer's disease
• Treatment of Dementia in Parkinson's disease

Treatment of Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Citicoline 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.

Treatment of Head injury
In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Citicoline 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.

Treatment of Alzheimer's disease
Citicoline 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.

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. Citicoline 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.

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 Veecit

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Decreased blood pressure
• Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Citicoline is a nerve protecting medicine. It works on the brain by nourishing the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival.

• Citicoline helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia in Parkinson's disease.

• It is given as an injection by your doctor or healthcare provider.

• 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.

Citicoline. Laguna Philipines: Amherst Laboratories; 2019. [Accessed 22 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from: