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Citicoline - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Citicoline Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Citicoline-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Citicoline brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Citicoline
Therapeutic Classification : Psychostimulants

Brand Names or Trade Names of Citicoline

India :

International :


Ceraxon, Cognizin, Neuraxon, Somazina Etc

Why is Citicoline Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a psychostimulant/nootropic, prescribed for Parkinson's disease, cerebrovascular disorders and head injury.

When should Citicoline not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Citicoline?

PO- The recommended dose is 200-600 mg/day in divided doses.
IV/IM – The recommended dose is up to 1 g/day.

How should Citicoline be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Citicoline?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of mental illness, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Citicoline?

Sleeplessness, headache, diarrhea, low or high blood pressure, nausea, blurred vision, chest pain, and others.

What are the other precautions for Citicoline?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Citicoline?

Store it at room temperature.

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