Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

Composition of Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

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

Uses of Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

Alzheimer's disease Stroke Dementia in Parkinson's disease Head injury

Key benefits

• In Alzheimer's disease Somazina 500mg Tablet is used to support brain health in Alzheimer’s disease by improving memory and thinking ability. It may help slow the decline in cognitive function and enhance daily mental performance. In Stroke Somazina 500mg Tablet is used to support recovery after a stroke by helping protect brain cells and improving communication between them. It may aid in restoring memory
• movement
• and overall brain function during rehabilitation. In Dementia in Parkinson's disease For memory problems in Parkinson’s disease
• Somazina 500mg Tablet helps improve mental sharpness and recall. It may support better concentration and reduce forgetfulness in individuals affected by the condition. In Head injury In patients with head injury
• Somazina 500mg Tablet helps reduce brain swelling and supports repair of damaged brain tissue. This may improve alertness
• focus
• and mental clarity during recovery. Show More

How Somazina P 800/500 Tablet works

Somazina 500mg 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 take Somazina P 800/500 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. Somazina 500mg 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 Somazina 500mg 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 Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

Most side effects of Somazina P 800/500 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 Somazina P 800/500 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 Somazina P 800/500 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 Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

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

Expert advice for Somazina P 800/500 Tablet

Somazina 500mg Tablet helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia in Parkinson's disease. Do not take this medicine in higher amounts or frequency than that told by your doctor. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Inform your doctor if you develop an allergic reaction after taking the medication. Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur with Somazina 500mg Tablet. These may not be with everyone. Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

DR.REDDYS

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent

Chemical class:

Pyrimidine ribonucleoside diphosphates