CT-Gold 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Inizia Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Citicoline (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
CT-Gold 500mg Tablet helps in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss (dementia) in Parkinson's disease. It protects the nerve cells in the brain from damage and also helps to repair the damaged nerve cells.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
CT-Gold 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Your dose depends on your age and the condition you are being treated for. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Directions for Use
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. CT-Gold 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Trouble sleeping Diarrhea Stomach pain Decreased blood pressure Irregular heart rate Numbness of paralyzed extremities
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with CT-Gold 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of CT-Gold 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of CT-Gold 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
CT-Gold 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.
Quick Tips
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. Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
Frequently asked questions
What is the role of CT-Gold 500mg Tablet in treating Alzheimer’s disease?
CT-Gold 500mg Tablet is a form of choline, an essential nutrient naturally found in the body. It protects nerve cells in the brain from damage and helps repair damaged nerve cells. This improves learning, memory, and cognitive function (processing information or perception) in individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
Can alcohol consumption be incorporated into treatment with CT-Gold 500mg Tablet?
There are no studies to determine the effect of alcohol on treatment with CT-Gold 500mg Tablet. However, since CT-Gold 500mg Tablet is prescribed for stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, head injury, and age-related memory impairment, it's best to avoid consuming alcohol.
Can students utilize CT-Gold 500mg Tablet to enhance their memory and learning?
No, students should not take CT-Gold 500mg Tablet as studies have demonstrated its effectiveness only in age-related memory problems, Alzheimer's disease, stroke-associated memory loss, and Parkinson’s disease. Additionally, no data exists for the use of this medicine in children.
What is the role of CT-Gold 500mg Tablet in managing stroke?
In cases of stroke caused by blood clots, taking CT-Gold 500mg Tablet orally can help patients recover fully within three months. Additionally, administering CT-Gold 500mg Tablet intravenously (directly injecting the medicine into a vein) within 12 hours of experiencing a stroke or daily for seven days after a stroke may accelerate recovery.
