CITICOTIME 500

CITICOTIME 500 is manufactured and marketed by Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. It's a single-ingredient tablet containing 500mg of citicoline, a naturally occurring compound in the body used to support brain function and recovery, particularly relevant in the context of stroke recovery, cognitive impairment, and neurological injury.

Product Information

Why It's Important

Brain cell health and recovery are genuinely delicate, time-sensitive processes — particularly following an acute event like a stroke, where every stage of recovery matters for eventual functional outcome. Citicoline's importance in this picture comes down to a few specific points:

• Following a stroke or brain injury, brain cell membranes are directly affected by the injury process; supporting their structural repair is considered a genuinely relevant part of the recovery process
• Citicoline is believed to support the production of key neurotransmitters, including acetylcholine, which plays a central role in memory, attention, and cognitive function
• For patients experiencing cognitive decline or memory difficulties, having a supportive option that works at the level of brain cell membrane health, rather than only managing symptoms, reflects a more foundational approach to cognitive support
• Because recovery from neurological injury often unfolds over an extended period, having a well-tolerated, orally administered option that can be used consistently over time offers genuine practical value in a long-term recovery or management plan

For patients recovering from stroke, managing cognitive decline, or navigating recovery following a neurological injury, citicoline offers a genuinely relevant, specialist-directed supportive treatment option worth discussing as part of a broader neurological care plan.

Key Benefits 

What Are the Benefits of Citicoline Tablets?

• Supports brain cell membrane repair – Particularly relevant during the recovery period following stroke or brain injury, where cell membrane integrity is directly affected.
• Supports cognitive function – Believed to aid memory, attention, and concentration by supporting neurotransmitter production, including acetylcholine.
• A genuinely foundational approach to neurological recovery – Works at the level of brain cell structure and function rather than only addressing surface symptoms.
• Well-tolerated for long-term, consistent use – Suitable for extended use as part of an ongoing recovery or cognitive support plan, given its generally favorable tolerability profile.
• Supportive role across multiple neurological contexts – Relevant in stroke recovery, cognitive impairment, and certain other neurological conditions, broadening its clinical usefulness.
• Manufactured under WHO-GMP standards – Produced by Steris Healthcare, a WHO-GMP and ISO 9001:2018 certified pharmaceutical manufacturer, supporting consistent quality and safety compliance.

Side Effects 

Common, generally mild side effects can include:

• Headache
• Nausea or mild stomach upset
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea or mild digestive disturbance
• Insomnia or difficulty sleeping, particularly if taken later in the day

Precautions & Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with a history of significant cardiovascular disease, given rare reports of blood pressure and heart rate changes.
• If taken in the evening, be aware of the potential for mild sleep disturbance, and consider timing doses accordingly with your doctor's guidance.
• Inform your doctor of all other medications being taken, to check for potential interactions.
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless specifically directed by a doctor, given limited safety data in these populations.
• Report any unusual or persistent symptoms to your doctor rather than adjusting your dose independently.
• This medicine is intended as part of a broader, doctor-directed treatment plan, particularly in stroke recovery or significant cognitive impairment — it should not replace other prescribed treatments or specialist follow-up.
• Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture, and keep out of reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I buy Citicoline online?
You can buy Citicoline through licensed online pharmacies or authorized pharmaceutical suppliers in India. Check the manufacturer, strength, batch number and expiry date before purchasing.

2. What is the price of Citicoline?
The price of Citicoline may vary depending on the brand, strength, formulation, pack size, manufacturer and seller. Check the current price with a licensed pharmacy or authorized supplier.

3. Can I order Citicoline online?
Yes, Citicoline can be ordered online through licensed pharmacies or authorized pharmaceutical suppliers where legally available. A valid prescription may be required depending on the formulation.

4. Is Citicoline available from Steris Healthcare?
Availability depends on Steris Healthcare's current product range and stock status. Contact Steris Healthcare or an authorized distributor to confirm the available formulation, strength and pack size.

5. What is Citicoline used for?
Citicoline is used as part of medical management for certain neurological and cognitive conditions. Its specific use depends on the patient's condition, formulation and healthcare professional's recommendation.

6. What is the composition of Citicoline?
Citicoline, also known as CDP-choline (cytidine diphosphate-choline), is the active ingredient. The exact strength and inactive ingredients depend on the specific product formulation.

7. Is a prescription required for Citicoline?
Prescription requirements may vary depending on the formulation, strength and applicable local regulations. Use Citicoline under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional when prescribed.

8. How should Citicoline be taken?
Take Citicoline exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and route of administration depend on the specific formulation. Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice.

9. What should I know before buying Citicoline?
Before buying, verify the exact strength, formulation, manufacturer, batch number, expiry date, packaging and storage instructions. Inform your healthcare professional about existing medical conditions and other medicines or supplements you use.

10. How can I order Citicoline online?
To order Citicoline online, choose a licensed pharmacy or authorized supplier, confirm the prescribed formulation and strength, provide a prescription if required, and verify the product details before completing your purchase.