Citiben P Tablet

Composition of Citiben P Tablet

Citiben P Tablet contains Citicoline (500mg) + Piracetam (800mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent class of medicines.

Uses of Citiben P Tablet

Rehabilitation of Stroke

Key benefits

• In Rehabilitation of Stroke Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Citiben-P 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 Citiben P Tablet works

Citiben-P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Citicoline and Piracetam. Citicoline is a nerve protecting medicine. It works on the brain by nourishing the nerve cells, protects them from damage and improves their survival. Piracetam is a GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) analogue. It works by protecting the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen and also affects various ion channels on nerve cell membrane.

How to take Citiben P Tablet

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. Citiben-P Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Citiben-P 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, confusion and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Citiben P Tablet

Most side effects of Citiben P are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Citiben P Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not stop this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. This medicine causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Report any change in mood, sleep or behaviour.

Do not take Citiben P if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness.

How to store Citiben P Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Citiben P Tablet

Citiben-P Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness which may affect your concentration and driving ability so do not drive unless you are feeling well. Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Citiben-P Tablet can cause weight gain, maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly to prevent this. Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhoea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur, which is not with everyone. Inform your doctor if you notice any other side effect.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

R.B.PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent