Ceham 500 Tablet 10 'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Citicoline 500 mg
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
CEHAM TABLET contains Citicoline which belongs to a group of medicines called Psychostimulants. CEHAM TABLET is used to manage cerebral insufficiency (such as dizziness, memory loss, poor circulation, disorientation) that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury in affected individuals. CEHAM TABLET is also used to manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease (brain disease that affects memory and thinking skills) and other cerebrovascular disease. It is also indicated for use in acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction (condition that occurs due to poor blood supply to the brain) and Parkinson’s disease (age related degenerative brain condition) in affected individuals. CEHAM TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Citicoline. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from hypertonia (muscle overactivity). Before taking CEHAM TABLET, inform your doctor if you are scheduled for any surgery, and/or have persistent intracranial haemorrhage, kidney/liver disease. CEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if necessary. It is also advised to be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) if necessary. The medicine is also advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor. The most common
Uses
OF CEHAM TABLET Manage cerebral insufficiency that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury Manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease and other cerebrovascular disease Manage Parkinson’s disease Helps in the acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction/ischemic stroke in affected individuals
How It Works
CEHAM TABLET works by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine (chemical that produces acetylcholine, responsible for memory and other bodily functions) which leads to improved cerebral function and cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. It also works by repairing neuronal membranes and damaged cholinergic neurons via potentiation of acetylcholine production and reduction of free fatty acid accumulation at stroke-induced nerve damage site which results in the management neuronal cell death thus helping in the recovery phase of cerebral infarction in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Tablet: Take CEHAM TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Orally Disintegrating Tablet: Take CEHAM TABLET as advised by your physician. Place CEHAM TABLET in
Side Effects
taking CEHAM TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, low blood pressure, and/or agitation. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF CEHAM TABLET Manage cerebral insufficiency that occurs due to head trauma/brain injury Manage cognitive dysfunction that occurs due to Alzheimer’s disease and other cerebrovascular disease Manage Parkinson’s disease Helps in the acute and recovery phase of cerebral infarction/ischemic stroke in affected individuals HOW CEHAM TABLET WORKSCEHAM TABLET works by increasing the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine (chemical that produces acetylcholine, responsible for memory and other bodily functions) which leads to improved cerebral function and cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. It also works by repairing neuronal membranes and damaged cholinergic neurons via potentiation of acetylcholine production and reduction of free fatty acid accumulation at stroke-induced nerve damage site which results in the management neuronal cell death thus helping in the recovery phase of cerebral infarction in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETablet: Take CEHAM TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Orally Disintegrating Tablet: Take CEHAM TABLET as advised by your physician. Place CEHAM TABLET inside your mouth and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CEHAM TABLETCOMMON nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache agitation low blood pressure
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCEHAM TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CEHAM TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGCEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CEHAM TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive/operate machines while taking CEHAM TABLET since it may affect your ability to drive/operate machines. KIDNEYCEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking CEHAM TABLET. LIVERCEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking CEHAM TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take CEHAM TABLET if you are allergic to Citicoline, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSCEHAM TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: are hypertonic (muscle overactivity). Before taking CEHAM TABLET, inform your doctor if you: are scheduled for any surgery suffer from persistent intracranial haemorrhage. CEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking CEHAM TABLET. Use in Geriatrics: CEHAM TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking CEHAM TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: levodopa (medicine used to manage Parkinson’s disease) meclofenoxate (used as a dietary supplement to manage dementia) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CEHAM TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Citicoline Pharmacological Category : Pyrimidine ribonucleoside diphosphates Therapeutic Indication : Cerebral insufficiency, Cognitive dysfunction (due to Alzheimer’s disease), Parkinson’s disease Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Syrup, Solution, Oral drops MORE INFORMATION Keep CEHAM TABLET out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store CEHAM TABLET above 30°C
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Last Updated
25 Nov 2022