Praxis
Release Forms:
Composition:
- active substance: citicoline;
- 1 ampoule (4 ml) of the drug contains citicoline 500 mg;
- auxiliary substances: concentrated hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide water for injection.
Dosage form. Injection.
Basic physical and chemical properties: clear, colorless liquid.
4 ml ampoules № 5 (5'1) in a blister in a box.
Indications
- Stroke, acute phase of cerebrovascular accidents and treatment of complications and consequences of cerebrovascular accidents.
- Traumatic brain injury and its neurological consequences.
- Cognitive and behavioral impairments due to chronic vascular and degenerative brain disorders.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to citicoline or other components of the drug.
- Increased tone of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Method of administration and dosage
The recommended dose for adults is 500 mg to 2000 mg per day, depending on the severity of the symptoms.
The drug is prescribed for intramuscular or intravenous administration. Intravenously, the drug can be injected slowly (within 3-5 minutes, depending on the administered dose) or drip (speed: 40-60 drops per minute).
The maximum daily dose is 2000 mg.
The duration of treatment depends on the course of the disease and is determined by the doctor.
Elderly patients do not require dose adjustment.
The solution for injection is for single use only. Apply the drug immediately after opening the ampoule. The remains of the drug must be destroyed. The drug can be mixed with all isotonic solutions for intravenous administration, as well as with hypertonic glucose solution.
If necessary, continue treatment with the drug in the form of an oral solution.
Children. The experience of using the drug in children is limited.