Citimet Tablet helps 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.

Citimet Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, and irregular heart rate. 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). Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.

Uses of Citimet Tablet

Benefits of Citimet Tablet

In Treatment of Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Citimet Tablet 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. Citimet Tablet 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 Alzheimer's disease

Citimet Tablet 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.

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. Citimet Tablet 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.

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Side effects of Citimet Tablet

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 Citimet

Decreased blood pressure
Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
Stomach pain
Diarrhea

How to use Citimet Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Citimet Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Citimet Tablet works

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Citimet Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Citimet Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Citimet Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Citimet Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Citimet Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Citimet Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Citimet Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Citimet Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

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

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Nootropic agent

Patient concerns

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

Sir, My father ( an advocate) has developed symptoms of Alzheimer recently and sometimes he takes medicines on his own. He gets weak and unable to walk after taking tablets. Is there any test which can tell which medicines that he took? He takes Ayurved, Allopath, Homeopathy all and does not listen to me. Kindly help

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Dear Sir Thank you for consulting with me. Alzheimer's disease is a difficult disease to handle since patient develops dementia or forgetfulness. There are no blood tests which can tell you which medicines he took. Please consult a neurologist/ Psychiatrist

User feedback

Patients taking Citimet Tablet

Once A Day

77%

Twice A Day

22%

Alternate Day

Thrice A Day

What are you using Citimet Tablet for?

Others

73%

Alzheimer's d*

Head injury

Stroke

*Alzheimer's disease

How much was the improvement?

Average

58%

Excellent

42%

What were the side-effects while using Citimet Tablet?

Stomach pain

50%

No Side Effec*

50%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Citimet Tablet?

With or witho*

50%

With food

50%

*With or without food

Please rate Citimet Tablet on price

Expensive

100%

FAQs

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

Citimet Tablet 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 Citimet Tablet?

There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Citimet Tablet. However, since Citimet Tablet 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 Citimet Tablet to improve memory and learning?

No, students should not take Citimet Tablet since studies show that Citimet Tablet 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 Citimet Tablet in stroke?

In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Citimet Tablet orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Citimet Tablet 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

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