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Citicop Injection

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Product introduction

Citicop 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.

Citicop Injection is used to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) and in other brain disorders as a neuroprotective drug

Benefits of Citicop Injection

In Treatment of Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Citicop Injection 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.

In Treatment of Head injury

In cases of head injury, damage to the brain may cause further complications. Citicop Injection 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.

In 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. Citicop Injection 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.

Side effects of Citicop Injection

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 Citicop

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Rash
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

How to use Citicop Injection

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

How Citicop Injection works

Citicop 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Citicop Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citicop Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citicop Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Citicop Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Citicop Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Citicop Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Citicop Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Citicop Injection 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 Citicop Injection. These may not be with everyone.
  • Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Ribonucleoside Diphosphate
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Nootropic agent

Patient concerns

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Suffering from Parkinson's and dementia
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
These are chronic illnesses of brain. You need to see a neurologist.
Parkinson's disease tremors ,Insomnia.
Dr. Ravi Shankar M.
Ayurveda
Use Dhanadanayanadi kashayam 15ml twice a day with 15 ml water before food and Zandopa 10 grams twice a day witk milk after food and Tab Dhanvantari Vati 1-0-1 after food for 2 months
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FAQs

Q. I have been prescribed Citicop Injection for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?

Citicop Injection is a form of an essential nutrient called choline which is naturally present in the body. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. Therefore, it improves learning, memory, and cognitive function (processing information or perception) in Alzheimer’s disease.

Q. Can I take alcohol during treatment with Citicop Injection?

There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Citicop Injection. However, since Citicop Injection is prescribed for stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, head injury, and age-related memory impairment, it is best to avoid the consumption of alcohol.

Q. Can students take Citicop Injection to improve memory and learning?

No, students should not take Citicop Injection since studies show that Citicop Injection is effective only in age-related memory problems, memory problems associated with long-standing stroke, and in Alzheimer’s disease. Moreover, there is no data available for use of this medicine in children.

Q. What is the role of Citicop Injection in stroke?

In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Citicop Injection orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Citicop Injection either intravenously (injecting the medicine in vein directly) within 12 hours of having a stroke or daily for 7 days after the stroke can help the patient recover sooner.

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References

  1. CiplaMed. Citicoline [Prescribing Information]. [Last Reviewed: 29/01/2021]. [Accessed 16 Jun. 2023] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: ZDL(Zodiacal) Pharmaceutics Pvt.Ltd
Address: ZDL ZODIACAL Pharmaceuticals Private Limited, Kumar Kunj, GMD Road, Moradabad-244001, Uttar Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India

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2.0 ml in 1 ampoule
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