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CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION

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Introduction

Patient Information Leaflet

Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Read this leaflet carefully before starting to take this medicine, as it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet, as you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed to you only, and you should not give it to others, even if they have the same symptoms as you, as it may harm them.
  • If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

1. What is Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG and what is it used for

Citicolina belongs to a group of medicines called psychostimulants and nootropics, which act by improving brain function.

Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG is used to treat memory and behavioral disorders due to:

  • a stroke, which is an interruption of blood supply to the brain due to a clot or rupture of a blood vessel.
  • a head injury, which is a blow to the head.
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2. What you need to know before taking Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Do not takeCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG:

  • If you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other components of this medicine (listed in section 6).
  • If you have parasympathetic nervous system hypertonia, which is a severe condition with low blood pressure, sweating, tachycardia, and fainting.

Children

Experience in children is limited, so it should only be administered if the expected therapeutic benefit is greater than any possible risk.

Other medicines andCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using or have recently used or may need to use other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription.

Citicolina enhances the effects of L-Dopa, so it should not be administered at the same time as medicines containing L-Dopa, without consulting your doctor. Medicines containing L-Dopa are usually used to treat Parkinson's disease.

Citicolina should not be administered together with medicines containing meclofenoxate, which is a brain stimulant.

TakingCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFGwith food, drinks

This medicine can be taken with or without food.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Driving and using machines

No effects on the ability to drive and use machines have been observed.

Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG contains sorbitol, cochineal red (Ponceau 4R), parahydroxybenzoates, and sodium

This medicine contains sorbitol (E420). If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.

As it contains cochineal red (Ponceau 4R or E124), it may cause allergic reactions. It can cause asthma, especially in patients allergic to acetylsalicylic acid.

This medicine contains parahydroxybenzoates in the form of propyl (E217) and methyl (E218) esters, which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).

Patients on low-sodium diets should note that this medicine contains 50.1 mg of sodium per sachet.

3. How to take Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

The recommended dose is 500 mg to 2000 mg per day, depending on the severity of your disease. It can be taken directly from the sachet or dissolved in half a glass of water (120 ml).

If you take moreCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFGthan you should

Consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount used.

If you forget to takeCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

If you stop takingCiticolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Do not stop treatment before consulting your doctor.

If you have any other doubts about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

The side effects of this medicine are very rare (less than 1 in 10,000 patients). Headache, dizziness, nausea, occasional diarrhea, facial flushing, swelling of the limbs, and changes in blood pressure may occur. If you experience any of these or other symptoms, inform your doctor.

If you consider that any of the side effects you suffer from is serious or if you notice any side effect not mentioned in this leaflet, inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible side effect not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: www.notificaRAM.es. By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date stated on the packaging. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

This medicine does not require special storage conditions.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medicines you no longer need at the Sigre point in your pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medicines you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and additional information

Composition of Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG

  • The active substance is citicolina. 10 ml of citicoline solution contains 1000 mg of citicolina (as sodium salt).
  • The other components are sodium saccharin (E954), sorbitol (E420), glycerin (E422), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217), potassium sorbate (E-202), strawberry flavor, cochineal red (E124), citric acid (E330), and purified water.

Appearance and package contents

Citicolina Faes 1000 mg Oral Solution EFG is a clear, reddish-colored solution with a strawberry flavor, presented in single-dose sachets.

Each package contains 10 or 30 sachets.

Only some package sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder

Faes Farma, S.A.

Autonomia Etorbidea, 10

48940 Leioa (Bizkaia)

Spain

Manufacturer

Faes Farma, S.A.

Maximo Agirre Kalea, 14

48940 Leioa (Bizkaia)

Spain

UNITHER LIQUID MANUFACTURING

1-3 Allée de la Neste, ZI d'En Sigal,

COLOMIERS, 31770

France

Date of last revision of this leaflet:October 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION?
CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION?
The active ingredient in CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION is citicoline. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION cost in pharmacies?
The average pharmacy price for CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION is around 16.19 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
Who manufactures CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION?
CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION is manufactured by Faes Farma S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
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Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
What are the alternatives to CITICOLINE FAES 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION?
Other medicines with the same active substance (citicoline) include CITICOLINE CINFAMED 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION, CITICOLINE KERN PHARMA 1000 mg ORAL SOLUTION, CITICOLINE NORMOGEN 1000 MG ORAL SOLUTION. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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