Neuciti Forte

Composition of Neuciti Forte

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

Uses of Neuciti Forte

Rehabilitation of Stroke

Key benefits

• In Rehabilitation of Stroke Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs due to damage to the brain. Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte works

Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte

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. Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte

Most side effects of Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte

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 Neuciti Forte 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 Neuciti Forte

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

Expert advice for Neuciti Forte

Neuciti Forte 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. Neuciti Forte 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:

ICON PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent