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Strocit 500 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsCiticoline
₹739
10 TABLET

Description

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.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Strocit 500 MG Tablet

Citico 500 MG Tablet
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Citistar 500 MG Tablet
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Cyscolin 500 MG Tablet
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Prexaron 500 MG Tablet
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Strocoz 500 MG Tablet
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Strocit 500 MG Tablet

Headache

Dizziness

Shaking of hands or feet

Sleeplessness

Irregular heartbeat

Low blood pressure

Diarrhoea

Nausea

Stomach pain

Blurred vision

Uses of Strocit 500 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Acute ischemic stroke

Acute ischemic stroke occurs due to blockage of a blood vessel by a clot causing limited blood flow to your brain. Strocit 500 MG Tablet is used for recovery from a brain stroke.

Cerebral insufficiency

Cerebral insufficiency occurs when there is a lack of proper blood flow to your brain due to brain injury or blood clots. It can result in memory loss, poor concentration and lack of orientation. Strocit 500 MG Tablet is used to prevent further decline in your brain functions.

Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease is a neurological condition in which the death of brain cells may lead to loss of memory, ability to think, communicate or handle daily activities. Strocit 500 MG Tablet protects the brain cells from damage and also repairs your damaged brain cells. Therefore, this medicine is used to improve your brain function in such conditions.

Parkinsonism

Parkinsonism is a brain disorder associated with age that affects movement. The damaged tissue in your brain causes weakness in muscles leading to stiffness, shakiness in your hands and legs. It slows down the voluntary movement of your body like sitting, standing, and walking. Strocit 500 MG Tablet is used with other anti-parkinsonian medicines to improve your condition.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The onset of action for Strocit 500 MG Tablet is not clinically determined. You may have to use this medicine for a long time to get complete benefits.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The duration of action for the Strocit 500 MG Tablet is not clinically determined.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consuming alcohol with Strocit 500 MG Tablet as it may cause undesired effects.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Strocit 500 MG Tablet.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    The effect of Strocit 500 MG Tablet during pregnancy is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    The effect of Strocit 500 MG Tablet while breastfeeding is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Strocit 500 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, etc.

Hypertonia

Hypertonia is a condition of too much muscle tension in your body. This condition makes it difficult to flex and move around normally. It occurs when the brain and spinal cord are affected by injury or illness before, during, or after birth. Less commonly, it may occur in older children and adults. Less commonly, it may occur in older children and adults. Strocit 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have this condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

The effect of Strocit 500 MG Tablet during pregnancy is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

The effect of Strocit 500 MG Tablet while breastfeeding is not known. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Use in children

The safety and efficacy of Strocit 500 MG Tablet in children below 18 years of age are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machines

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until you know how Strocit 500 MG Tablet affects you.

Other medicines

Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with Strocit 500 MG Tablet.

Kidney disease

Take Strocit 500 MG Tablet with caution if you have kidney problems. Impaired kidney function may lead to a slow elimination and an increased accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable dose based on your health condition.

Persistent intracranial hemorrhage

Persistent intracranial hemorrhage refers to continuous bleeding between your brain tissue and skull. Take Strocit 500 MG Tablet with caution in such cases. It is recommended not to exceed the dose of 1000 mg daily.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the dose of Strocit 500 MG Tablet. In case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Strocit 500 MG Tablet. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol with Strocit 500 MG Tablet as it may cause undesired effects.

Interaction with Medicine

Levodopa

Meclofenoxate

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Strocit 500 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems. In such cases, taking a higher dose of this medicine is not recommended.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Strocit 500 MG Tablet with or without food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Take it every day at the same time to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works

Strocit 500 MG Tablet works by increasing the level of certain brain chemicals important for proper brain function. It also improves the condition of damaged nerve cells and brings them back to a healthy condition.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nootropics

Schedule

Schedule H

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Citicoline. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 February 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Citicoline>

CiplaMed. 2021. COGNOLIN 500 Tablets. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 18 August 2021].

https://www.ciplamed.com/content/cognolin-500-tablets>

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₹739 
10 TABLET