Strocit 500mg Tablet

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s belongs to a group of medications called ‘psychostimulants’ used to treat stroke, head trauma or injury, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and glaucoma.

A stroke occurs due to insufficient blood supply to the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive age-related memory loss. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects movement. Glaucoma is an eye problem that occurs due to damage to the optic nerve, responsible for vision.

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Citicoline’, a psychostimulant or nootropic used to nourish and minimize damage to the nerve cells in various conditions associated with the brain.

It increases the activity of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). It regenerates nerve cells by promoting the synthesis of phospholipids (forms neuronal membrane) in the brain.

It improves learning, memory, judging, and thinking processes. It can improve recovery in patients with disturbance in consciousness in patients with head injury or any other problems associated with the brain and who underwent surgery.

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s is available in the form of a tablet or injection. The tablet form is swallowed as a whole; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. A healthcare professional will administer the injection; do not self-administer.

You may experience some side effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, including nausea, constipation or diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, blurred vision, insomnia (trouble sleeping).

hypotension (decrease in blood pressure), increase or decrease in heart rate, and restlessness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, if the symptoms persist or get worsen, consult a doctor immediately.

Before taking Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s, inform your doctor if you have any known allergy to citicoline or any other ingredients present in it.

Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Read more: strocit

Strocit 500 MG Tablet is a medicine with neuroprotective effects (protects the nerves). Hence, it is used in the treatment of brain stroke (a condition that occurs due to improper blood supply to the brain), memory loss, and movement disorders associated with ageing.

It works by increasing the level of certain brain chemicals necessary for proper brain function. It also prevents damage to your nerve cells and nourishes them back to health again.

Strocit 500 MG Tablet shows side effects like stomach discomfort, restlessness, diarrhoea, and headache. However, these side effects may subside by themselves as your body adjusts to the medicine.

Strocit 500 MG Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it every day at the same time every day as prescribed by your doctor.

The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor depending on your health condition. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Strocit 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Uses of Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s

Stroke, head injury, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and glaucoma

Medicinal Benefits

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Citicoline,’ which belongs to the class of ‘psychostimulants.’ It is used to promote brain health.

It is used to treat stroke, head injury, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and glaucoma. It protects the brain from neurotoxicity (damage to the brain).

It acts as a precursor for phospholipids (present in the outer membrane of the nerve cell) and also stimulates phospholipid synthesis in the brain. It also stimulates blood flow and oxygen consumption in the brain.

This promotes brain activity and improves cognition, memory, and thinking capabilities in patients with progressive brain disorders. It accelerates the recovery rate in patients with neurological diseases (diseases affecting the brain).

Directions for Use

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s available in two dosage forms: tablet and injection. Tablet: Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s tablets are swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.

Do not chew, crush, or break the tablets. Tablets can be taken with or without food. Take the dose as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not decrease or overdose on medicine. It is recommended to take the medicines at a fixed time every day for the best results.Injection: Injection is administered with a syringe by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s

• Nausea
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Insomnia (trouble sleeping)
• Hypotension (decrease in blood pressure)
• Blurred vision
• Increase or decrease in heart rate
• Restlessness

WHAT IS STROCIT 500MG?

STROCIT 500MG contains Citicoline

WHAT STROCIT 500MG IS USED FOR?

It is used for Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, head trauma, cerebrovascular disease such as stroke, age-related memory loss, Parkinson’s disease, attention deficit-hyperactive disorder (ADHA) and glaucoma

STROCIT 500MG contains citicoline which is naturally occurring compound and building block of the cell membranes.

It improves cerebral function by increasing blood flow to the brain and enhances cerebral metabolism. This medicine is being commonly prescribed for impaired brain function due to ischaemic neurotoxicity.

It works by increasing the brain chemical and decreasing the damage of brain tissues. It is a potent brain-health nutrient and nootropic.

It improves cellular communication by increasing the availability of neurotransmitters, including acetylcholine, norepinephrine, and dopamine.

The commonly observed adverse effects were rash, insomnia, numbness of paralyzed extremities, nausea and feeling of warmth.

Always take STROCIT 500MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel dizziness, vision problems.

If you have any kidney, liver or heart related problems, consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. The common side effects are headache, low or high blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision and gastrointestinal disorders (i.e., stomach pain, diarrhoea).

BENEFITS OF STROCIT TABLET

In Treatment of Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Strocit 500 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. Strocit 500 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

Strocit 500 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. Strocit 500 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.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:

Are allergic to citicoline or any other ingredients in this medicine

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

There is not enough evidence on STROCIT 500MG safety in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It should be used in pregnancy and lactation only when benefits justify the potential risks

BREAST FEEDING

A breastfeeding mother should not take Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s unless prescribed by a doctor.

DRIVING

Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s may cause blurred vision and a decrease in blood pressure. So, it is recommended to be cautious to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s.

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

No data on use in children

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor, if you are taking:

This medicine must not be taken with products containing meclophenoxate
Carbidopa, levodopa and entacapone

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you

STORAGE:

Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Keep out of reach of children
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s if you have any known allergy to citicoline or any other psychostimulant drugs. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s alter the effect of antiparkinsonian drugs (levodopa, carbidopa, and entacapone) when given with it. The effectiveness of Strocit 500 Tablet 10’s is altered when given with another nootropic (meclofenoxate).

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: No interactions found.