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About Cognitam Plus Tablet

CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM belongs to a group of medicines called central nervous system agents used to treat acute stroke. A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Like all organs, the brain needs the oxygen and nutrients provided by blood to function properly. If the supply of blood is restricted or stopped, brain cells begin to die. This can lead to brain injury, disability, and possibly death. The sooner a person receives treatment for a stroke, the less damage is likely to happen.

CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM is a combination of two medicines, namely: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane and cholinergic neurons by increasing phosphatidylcholine synthesis and potentiating the production of acetylcholine, respectively. It reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.

You can take CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM with or without food. Swallow CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM as a whole with water, do not crush or chew the tablet. You are advised to take CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as weight gain, nervousness, diarrhea, headache, muscle spasm, nausea, and vomiting. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM causes drowsiness, sleepiness, and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM as it could lead to increased sleepiness. CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Cognitam Plus Tablet

Acute stroke

Medicinal Benefits of Cognitam Plus Tablet

CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM is used to treat acute stroke. CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM is a combination of two medicines, namely: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline repairs the neuronal membrane by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine. It also repairs the damaged cholinergic neurons by potentiating acetylcholine production and reduces the build-up of free fatty acids at the site of stroke-induced nerve damage. Piracetam protects the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen. It also improves the activity of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine which helps in communication between brain cells.

Directions for Use

Take CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM with or without food. Swallow CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM a whole with a glass of water, do not chew, or break the tablet. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM.

Side Effects of Cognitam Plus Tablet

• Weight gain
• Nervousness
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Muscle spasm
• Nausea
• Vomiting 

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you have/had severe renal or hepatic impairment or cerebral haemorrhage (uncontrolled bleeding in the brain). Inform your doctor before taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM if you have intracranial haemorrhage (bleeding within the skull), haemorrhage (bleeding problems), gastrointestinal ulcers, haemostasis (process to prevent bleeding) if you are due to have any major surgery or taking anti-coagulant medicines. Consult your doctor before taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM causes drowsiness, sleepiness and shakiness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM as it could lead to increased sleepiness. CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM may have interaction with anti-Parkinson medicines (levodopa, carbidopa, entacapone), nootropic drug (centrophenoxine), anti-coagulant (acenocoumarol), anti-epileptic drugs (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbitone, valproate), and thyroid hormones.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

ITICOLINE+PIRACETAM may have interactions with disease conditions such as intracranial haemorrhage (bleeding within the skull), haemorrhage (bleeding problems), gastrointestinal ulcers, haemostasis (process to prevent bleeding), cerebral haemorrhage (uncontrolled bleeding in the brain), and severe renal and hepatic impairment.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM as it may cause increased drowsiness.

PREGNANCY

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM. Please consult your doctor before taking CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM, your doctor will decide whether CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

CITICOLINE+PIRACETAM may cause nervousness and shakiness. Do not drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

Limited data is available regarding patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.