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Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet

Citicoline (1000mg)

by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

strip of 10 tablets

About this medicine

Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss (dementia) in Parkinson's disease. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells. Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you ever had any problems with your kidneys or if you have or ever had any seizures (epilepsy or fits). Always let your doctor know about all the medicines that you are taking before you start with your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before using this medicine.

Uses

  • Treatment of Stroke
  • Treatment of Head injury
  • Treatment of Alzheimer's disease
  • Treatment of Dementia in Parkinson's disease

Benefits

In treatment of Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Strolin OD 1000mg 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.

How it works

Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet is a nerve protecting medicine. It nourishes the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival by producing certain brain chemicals including phosphatidylcholine and acetylcholine. It also reduces free fatty acid buildup at the site of nerve damage.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Common side effects

  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Rash
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

Safety advice

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCAUTION
Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick facts

Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Ribonucleoside Diphosphate
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
Neuro cns
Action Class
Nootropic agent

Frequently asked questions

I have been prescribed Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?

Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet 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.

Can I take alcohol during treatment with Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet?

There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet. However, since Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet 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.

Can students take Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet to improve memory and learning?

No, students should not take Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet since studies show that Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet 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.

What is the role of Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet in stroke?

In cases of stroke caused due to blood clots, taking Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet orally can help the patient recover completely within 3 months. Also, giving Strolin OD 1000mg Tablet 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.

Product details

Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt composition
Citicoline (1000mg)
Pack
strip of 10 tablets
Dosage form
Tablet
Storage
Store below 30°C

The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.