Citiran
Composition for Citiran Products
Citiran Products are primarily used for
Alzheimer's disease, Stroke, Dementia in Parkinson's diseaseProducts for Citiran
Citiran 250mg Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP₹140.63
Substitute brands for Citiran
About Citiran Products
Uses of Citiran Products
Citicoline is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, dementia in Parkinson's disease, age related memory loss and head injury.
Citiran Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Citiran are Headache, Edema (swelling), Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anxiety, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Weakness, Gastrointestinal disturbance.
How Citiran Products work
Citicoline is a nerve protecting medicine. It works on the brain by nourishing the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival.
In Depth Information for Citiran Products
- Citiran 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 Citiran. These may not be with everyone.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
Patient Concerns about Citiran Products
Frequently asked questions about Citiran Products
Q. I have been prescribed Citiran 250mg Injection for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Citiran 250mg 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 Citiran 250mg Injection?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Citiran 250mg Injection. However, since Citiran 250mg 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 Citiran 250mg Injection to improve memory and learning?
No, students should not take Citiran 250mg Injection since studies show that Citiran 250mg 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 Citiran 250mg Injection in stroke?
In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Citiran 250mg Injection orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Citiran 250mg 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.