Citiros P Tablet 10: Uses, Side Effects, Price & Substitutes

About Citiros P Tablet 10

Citiros P Tablet 10 is a brain health medicine used to help protect brain cells and support recovery of memory, thinking and movement in adults after a stroke or other event affecting the brain's blood supply. It is a combination medicine containing citicoline, which supports the health of brain cell membranes, and piracetam, which supports brain cell function and blood flow, and belongs to a class of medicines called nootropics.

This medicine works by helping repair and stabilise the membranes of brain cells while improving how brain cells communicate and how blood reaches them, which supports recovery. Take it by mouth as prescribed. It works best alongside any rehabilitation, physiotherapy or occupational therapy.

Regular gentle activity, mentally stimulating tasks such as reading or puzzles, and good sleep can support recovery after a stroke alongside this medicine. Follow your doctor's advice on blood pressure and other stroke prevention measures.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or a bleeding tendency, and about other medicines you take, especially blood thinners. Report new or worsening confusion, agitation, a slow heartbeat or a change in blood pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Citiros P Tablet 10 used for?

Citiros P Tablet 10 is used to manage acute stroke, helping to minimise brain damage and encourage healing.

How does Citiros P Tablet 10 work in the body?

It improves cognitive function and blood flow in the brain. It also helps repair damaged cells and protect healthy ones.

Can I take Citiros P Tablet 10 with food?

Yes, you can take the medicine with or without food. Always consume it with a glass of water. Consult your doctor for the dosage and frequency of medication.

Should I avoid any specific medicines while taking Citiros P Tablet 10?

Yes, you should inform your doctor about all your current medicines, as some, like anticoagulants, CNS depressants, and cholinergic medicines, can interact with Citiros P Tablet 10.

Can I take Citiros P Tablet 10 if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor before taking Citiros P Tablet 10 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as the safety is not firmly established.

Are there any side effects from taking Citiros P Tablet 10?

Possible side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, dizziness, insomnia, agitation, skin rash, and hypotension. Consult your doctor if these persist.

How should I store my Citiros P Tablet 10?

Store them at room temperature below 30°C, away from light, heat, and moisture. Keep the container closed, and do not use it after the expiration date.

References

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2012). Nootropil (piracetam) Tablets: U.S. Prescribing Information. Retrieved from https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/203155s000lbl.pdf
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2015). CerAxon (citicoline) Oral Solution: U.S. Prescribing Information. Retrieved from https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/019651s025lbl.pdf
Zhang, Y., Dai, Y., & Zhang, Y. (2020). Efficacy of Citicoline for the Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Meta-Analysis. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, 16, 2383–2391. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7601330/
Shao, Y., Le, W., & Zhang, Y. (2019). Citicoline (CDP-choline) for cognitive and behavioural disturbances associated with chronic cerebral disorders in the elderly. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (4). Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6741724/
Citicoline: Uses, Interactions, Mechanism of Action | DrugBank Online. (n.d.). DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB12153
PubChem. (n.d.-q). Citicoline. PubChem. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/citicoline

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