Citicoline Information

Citicoline is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Stroke. Citicoline also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Citicoline depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Citicoline include Headache, Blurred vision, Increased blood pressure. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Citicoline as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Citicoline are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Citicoline has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Citicoline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citicoline related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citicoline contraindications section.

Besides this, Citicoline may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Citicoline, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Citicoline Benefits & Uses
Citicoline Dosage & How to Take
Citicoline Side Effects
Citicoline Related Warnings
Citicoline Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Citicoline
Citicoline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Citicoline Benefits & Uses

Citicoline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Stroke

Other Benefits

Dementia
Head Injury
Poor memory (Read More - Home Remedies to Improve Memory)
Parkinson's Disease

Citicoline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Citicoline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citicoline is used -

Common

Headache
Blurred vision
Increased blood pressure
Diarrhoea
Chest Pain
Decreased blood pressure
Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia

Unknown

Tremor
Hallucinations
Shortness of Breath
Vertigo
Allergic reaction
Edema

Citicoline Related Warnings

Is the use of Citicoline safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Citicoline in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Citicoline safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Citicoline in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Citicoline on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Citicoline on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Citicoline on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Citicoline on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Citicoline will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Citicoline on the Heart?

Information about safety of Citicoline for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Citicoline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citicoline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Citicoline

Is this Citicoline habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Citicoline.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Citicoline. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Citicoline is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Citicoline works for mental disorders.

Yes

Citicoline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citicoline

Taking Citicoline with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Citicoline

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citicoline.

Unknown