Megacholin Plus Softgel

Composition of Megacholin Plus Softgel

Megacholin Plus Softgel contains Citicoline (500mg) + Piracetam (800mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent class of medicines.

Uses of Megacholin Plus Softgel

Rehabilitation of Stroke

Key benefits

• In Rehabilitation of Stroke Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus Softgel works

Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus Softgel

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. Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus Softgel

Most side effects of Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus Softgel

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 Megacholin Plus 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 Megacholin Plus Softgel

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Megacholin Plus Softgel

Megacholin Plus 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. Megacholin Plus 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:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent